Howden buys UK risk manager AHR Consultants

Broker Howden has acquired UK risk management group AHR Consultants, which specialises in providing HR support for businesses alongside health & safety compliance guidance, support for risk assessments and fire safety, as well as access to employment law expertise.

Howden said the deal bolsters its risk management operations in the UK.

Warren Dickson, CEO, corporate & commercial at Howden, said: “It is clear that AHR and Howden have a very similar customer service ethos and the two businesses are a great fit. I’m looking forward to seeing our newly expanded risk management proposition grow and thrive over the coming years through this exciting acquisition.”

Simon Howes, managing director of AHR Consultants, added: “Becoming part of Howden is an exciting step for our clients and employees. We look forward to the opportunity to extend the range of services we can offer our clients, and to offering AHR’s risk management services to Howden clients.”