Simon Hunt has been appointed permanently after serving as interim CEO since February, following the departure of Stephanie Ogden
HDI Global has appointed Simon Hunt as CEO of its UK and Ireland business, effective 1 June 2026.
Hunt (pictured) had served as interim CEO since February, following the departure of former CEO Stephanie Ogden.
Ger Twomey will continue as interim CFO, the insurer said.
Hunt previously held the role of chief financial officer for HDI Global UK and Ireland.
Since joining HDI Global in 2019, he has held several senior leadership roles and supported the company’s growth across the UK and Ireland business.
During his interim period as CEO, the carrier said the business continued to grow across core lines, including accident and health, cyber, credit risk and energy.
HDI said this was achieved while maintaining a focus on underwriting discipline, operational development, service delivery, and long-term broker and client relationships.
As CEO, Hunt will lead the UK and Ireland business under HDI Global’s Xcelerate29 strategy.
The strategy will focus on targeted and profitable growth across property, casualty and specialty lines.
HDI said Hunt’s priorities will include further investment in technology and data-driven capabilities, attracting and retaining talent, and delivering service solutions for brokers and clients.
The insurer said further investment in claims and risk engineering will also support active risk management, faster resolution and deeper insights for clients and brokers.
David Hullin, member of the executive board at HDI Global, said: “Simon brings extensive market knowledge, strong financial expertise, and a clear strategic focus to the role.
“As interim CEO, he has provided stability and momentum for the UK & Ireland business in a demanding market environment.
“His appointment reflects our confidence in his leadership and our commitment to further strengthening HDI Global’s position as a trusted partner in transformation for brokers and clients in this important market.”
Hunt said: “I’m proud and excited to step into the role of CEO permanently and continue working alongside our talented teams across the business.
“Over recent months, we have demonstrated the strength of our underwriting expertise, service proposition, and collaborative culture in a challenging market environment.
“Our priorities and focus remain clear: disciplined and profitable growth, consistent delivery for brokers and clients, and investment in our people, data, and technology capabilities.
“We enable our partners to better understand, transfer, and manage risks in a continually evolving world,” he added.
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