Meet Paul Burgess, SVP, Global Head of Multinational Claims
Please tell us about your career journey and your path to Sompo
I joined Sompo in January 2022, having spent just over 32 years in the insurance industry, working in Multinational Claims. Like most people, I had no intention of joining the insurance industry – until I did a week’s work experience in 1989 for a Lloyd’s broker. The week was mostly spent in various establishments other than the office. My first job was as a Claims Technician for a Lloyd’s syndicate, where claims were advised on punch cards and recorded in manual loss books – how times have changed! From Lloyd’s, I joined the company market, holding various leadership positions in insurance and reinsurance at the Hartford and RSA, including Chairman of British Aviation Company for five of the 17 years I spent at RSA. I am currently a committee member of both, the IUA Claims Strategy Committee and of ARIAS UK.
What advice do you have for prospective Sompo candidates?
Don’t think twice. Sompo offers a fast moving, dynamic and collaborative environment with abundant opportunities. There is a culture of openness and trust, as you work alongside great people who are all striving to make Sompo a top 10 insurance carrier.
Tell us about an initiative at SI that you are most excited for in 2023
The company’s vision to be a top 10 insurance carrier whilst building our Multinational business footprint as part of One Sompo.
What is your idea of a perfect day outside of the office?
My wife and I watching Harlequins play rugby, followed by a celebratory meal.
About Sompo
We are Sompo, a global provider of commercial and consumer property, casualty, and specialty insurance and reinsurance. Building on the 135 years of innovation of our parent company, Sompo Holdings, Inc., Sompo employs approximately 9,500 people around the world who use their in-depth knowledge and expertise to help simplify and resolve your complex challenges. Because when you choose Sompo, you choose The Ease of Expertise.™
"Sompo" refers to the brand under which Sompo International Holdings Ltd., a Bermuda-based holding company, together with its consolidated subsidiaries, operates its global property and casualty (re)insurance businesses. Sompo International Holdings Ltd. is an indirect whollyowned subsidiary of Sompo Holdings, Inc., one of the leading property and casualty groups in the world. Shares of Sompo Holdings, Inc. are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.