London, UK, July 16, 2024 — Chubb today announced that Peter Kelaher has been appointed Division President of Continental Europe, Middle East, and North Africa. Currently serving as Country President of Australia and New Zealand, Kelaher will assume his new role with executive operating responsibility for 24 countries in these regions. The appointment, which is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to be effective September 1, 2024. Kelaher will be based in Paris and will report to David Furby, Senior Vice President, Chubb Group and Regional President for Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
“Peter brings more than 20 years of experience, including more than 15 years at Chubb, to this important role within the region,” said Furby. “He has played an important role in leading our growing commercial and consumer businesses in Australia and New Zealand. I look forward to working with him to continue the development of our business throughout Continental Europe, Middle East and Africa.”
Paul McNamee, Executive Vice President, Chubb Group and President, Overseas General Insurance, added, “Peter is a highly effective executive who has built substantial businesses, thoughtfully driving distribution, technology, and product innovation in highly competitive markets. I have every confidence in his ability to lead our teams across Continental Europe, Middle East, and Africa.”
Kelaher has more than 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. He joined Chubb Australia in 2007 as Senior Underwriter and, prior to his role as Country President for Australia & New Zealand, held increasingly senior roles in Australia & New Zealand. Kelaher began his career as a financial lines underwriter for a P&C insurance company in Australia. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Laws and International Business from the University of Technology, Sydney.
Kelaher succeeds Sara Mitchell, who will be leaving Chubb.
Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, Chubb assesses, assumes, and manages risk with insight and discipline. The company services and pays claims fairly and promptly. Chubb is defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris, and other locations, and employs approximately 40,000 people worldwide.
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