LONDON (22 May 2012) – Aon Risk Solutions, the global risk management business of Aon plc (NYSE: AON), today announces the appointment of Matthew Alcott as sales & marketing director for its UK business with immediate effect. 

Alcott joins Aon from Oval Ltd where he held the position of UK sales director for its general insurance business and prior to that role he was at Marsh. Alcott will report to Jim Herbert, CEO, Aon Risk Solutions UK. 

Also, as part of Mr Herbert’s management team, Steve Redgwell, formerly chief broking officer, takes responsibility for the mid market Corporate business, which comprises 650 staff working out of 16 offices across the UK as managing director, Corporate.

The remit of Karl Hennessy, managing director, Global and Speciality Clients has expanded to incorporate Aon Trade Credit, Sports, Recreation and Entertainment, Real Estate, Financial Services Group Retail and UK Construction, alongside his existing responsibility of managing Aon’s Global division - the largest UK entities.

 
Commenting on the changes, Jim Herbert said, “I’m delighted to welcome Matt to Aon – his appointment demonstrates our ability to attract the very best talent. Together with Steve’s and Karl’s increased remits, the new team will strengthen our offering of excellence and innovation by ensuring our sales and client management teams deliver the very best solutions and experience to our clients as we continue to grow.

Mr Alcott added, ““I'm delighted to join Aon and work in such a dynamic and collaborative environment. Aon has a fantastic range of client solutions and I’m looking forward to driving business development to help continue the growth of the business.”