Zurich Insurance Group AG has announced that it has named its next chief underwriting officer (CUO). Penny Seach, current chief underwriting officer for Europe, Middle East and Africa, has been named as the next group CUO, effective January 1, 2023. She is to take over from Hayley Robinson.

Ms. Seach will report to Sierra Signorelli, CEO Commercial Insurance. Hayley Robinson, who has held this role since June 2021, has decided to step down at the end of the year for family health reasons. Ms. Seach has more than 25 years of insurance experience with various multinational insurance companies.

She joined Zurich in 2017 and has a strong track record of leading large diverse teams across geographies and disciplines. Ms. Robinson will continue in her role through the end of the year, working alongside Ms. Seach to ensure a seamless transition.