Claire King Expands Role To Include Responsibility For Compliance
ICSR is delighted to announce that Claire King is expanding her role to assume responsibility for the Compliance Services that ICSR provides to clients, alongside her existing responsibility for Risk.
Andrew Martin Joins ICSR As Talent Acquisition Lead
ICSR is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Martin as Talent Acquisition Lead with effect from 1st November. Andrew has over 15 years’ experience recruiting talent across the financial services sector, with a specific focus on senior management roles.
The Growth Revolution: ICSR Artistry
Kenneth Underhill looks back on another year of exponential growth for ICSR and reflects on some of his personal highlights, including a growing international reputation, a significantly expanded team and some complex but interesting client engagements.
Diversity & Inclusivity: Will regulatory action drive a change in direction for the industry?
In September the PRA and FCA released co-ordinated Consultation Papers on Diversity & Inclusivity in the Financial Services sector, building on the previous Discussion Paper from July 2021. Niki Underwood looks at the proposals.
Ensuring the Future: Are You Ready For Blueprint Two Phase One?
Full details of Phase One implementation of the Blueprint Two London Market changes have now been released and firms utilising bureau services need to act. Benoit Steulet considers the implications.
General Insurance Value Measures Data 2022 – Last Chance Saloon For Insurers Or Perhaps Even Too Late For Some?
There was yet another warning shot fired by the FCA with the release of the latest general insurance value measures data on 20th September. Kenneth Underhill looks at the data and what it means for Insurance firms.
ICSR Monte Carlo ‘Rendez-Two’
Kenneth Underhill and Iain Bremner are flying the flag for ICSR at the Monte Carlo Rendez-Vous de Septembre this year. If you are in Monte Carlo and would like to catch up with Kenneth and Iain, do get in touch.
Vesttoo – What We Know So Far And What Risks It Poses To The Industry
Vesttoo has been capturing the headlines for the wrong reasons over the Summer months, with some serious questions and allegations being raised. Claire King looks at the background and considers some of the risk and governance issues the circumstances raise.
Neil Jay Joins ICSR As Senior Risk Analyst
ICSR is delighted to announce the appointment of Neil Jay as Senior Risk Analyst with effect from Monday 4th September. Neil has almost 20 years’ experience working in the Lloyds and London Market, with roles ranging from 2nd line Enterprise Risk Management to 1st line Underwriting Controls, MI Data, Broking, and Claims.
Benoit Steulet Joins ICSR As Operations Director
ICSR is delighted to announce the appointment of Benoit Steulet as Operations Director with effect from 1st August 2023. Benoit has over 20 years’ experience of working in the consulting and (re)insurance market, with roles spanning the UK and France, including for Lloyd’s of London and QBE Insurance.
Customers In Financial Difficulty – Finalised Guidance And A Line In The Sand For Senior Management
The FCA issued its finalised guidance on supporting customers in financial difficulty in early July. Natalie Dick looks at some key changes from the initial Consultation Paper.
Consumer Duty Firm Survey Results – Spring 2023
Consumer Duty implementation is fast approaching and the FCA have been undertaking work to assess the readiness of firms. Natalie Dick looks at the findings of the FCA’s first wave of quantitative research into firm’s readiness.
