2010-10-08
By Editor, CIR
Colin Batabyal has been appointed as the new underwriting director for MMA Insurance. He has over 30 years' experience of the insurance industry having worked for a range of insurance businesses, most recently, esure.
He began his career with Municipal Mutual in 1977 and progressed through Endsleigh Insurance, Churchill Insurance and Norman Insurance before joining Direct Line in 1994 as general manager of Motor Insurance. Moving to esure as a director in 2000, Mr Batabyal took responsibility for the company’s underwriting, corporate analysis, reinsurance, business development and partnership activities. He was CEO of First Alternative from 2004 to 2007.
Commenting on his new role, Mr Batabyal said: “I’m extremely pleased to be joining MMA. The company has transformed itself radically over recent years, becoming a serious challenger in the commercial lines arena, as well as a strong personal lines insurer. My job is to ensure that momentum continues while keeping our underwriting disciplined, innovative and accessible. It’s a challenge I’m delighted to be taking on.”
MMA’s CEO Garry Fearn said: “Colin is an excellent addition to the MMA team. A highly skilled and talented insurance professional, he has maintained a position at the forefront of underwriting in this country. His knowledge and underwriting insight will be of tremendous benefit to MMA.”
Mr Batabyal takes up his role with immediate effect and will be based in the company’s Reading headquarters. He will be responsible for all of MMA’s underwriting in both commercial and personal lines classes.
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