AIG appoints global head of A&H general insurance

AIG has appointed Edward Levin as global head of accident and health (A&H), general insurance. In this new role, he will be responsible for the global A&H portfolio, including distribution and underwriting strategy. According to AIG, he will develop a global A&H strategy, identify growth opportunities and create a diverse distribution pipeline.

He will report to Christopher Townsend, chief executive officer of AIG International general insurance. Mr Levin will start next month and be based in London. He joins AIG from Chubb, where he served in senior roles including division president of international A&H and most recently, as group digital business officer. Previously, he spent four years at ACE Europe as executive vice-president of A&H, life and personal lines.

“Edward’s deep understanding of the A&H business and his experience in building out digital platforms and products will add value as we develop next-generation digital capabilities for AIG,” said Mr Townsend. “I am pleased to welcome Edward to AIG as we position our A&H business for growth in an evolving industry.”

Mr Levin added: “I’m looking forward to joining AIG to build a market-leading A&H business. AIG has a strong heritage of product innovation and distribution leadership in this area; with this renewed focus we will be well positioned to deliver products and services that add value for our customers.”