David studied at the University of Glasgow, from which he holds a Master of Arts degree. He has advised underwriters, brokers and MGAs. Among senior roles, he was Compliance Director of a major international Reinsurance Broker and worked as a Relationship Manager in the Wholesale Firms Division of the Financial Conduct Authority.
David’s professional interests and recent experience encompass:
- Financial Crime, including Sanctions;
- Creation, reviews and updates of Policies & Procedures;
- Corporate Governance, particularly the SMCR;
- Conduct Risk;
- Delegated Authorities;
- Brexit and related topics;
- Insurance-Linked Securities, including Cat Bonds and similar vehicles;
- Legacy issues – particularly Solvent Schemes, Part VII Transfers and other mechanisms for achieving finality for (Re)insurers in run-off.