Lockton Re, the global reinsurance business of the world’s largest privately held independent insurance broker, has appointed Oliver Brew in a new role as cyber practice leader in London.

Keith Harrison, international CEO of Lockton Re, said: “We are delighted to be welcoming Oli to our fast-growing global cyber platform. He will work closely with the team in London as well as our cyber experts in Bermuda and North America.

“We see increasing demand around the globe for cyber advice and expertise and over the last three years have been building a best-in-class global cyber reinsurance client offering.

“Oli will be joining us in London during November and him joining Lockton Re is testament to our ongoing and substantial commitment to the cyber reinsurance space.”

Mr Brew began his career with Willis, and has also undertaken senior underwriting roles with Aspen, Hiscox and Liberty. Most recently, he was part of the CyberCube leadership team.

Lockton Re said he has been a prominent voice in market forums and initiatives for more than ten years and is a regular contributor to the key conferences.