Willis Re, an international reinsurance broker, today announced that Richard Jones will be joining the company, effective October 2026, subject to all regulatory approvals.
Based in Singapore, Jones will lead the buildout of Willis Re’s Singapore operations, playing a pivotal role in the establishment of the company’s presence in the region. He will also be responsible for driving the delivery of the firm’s strategic objectives across Asia.
With nearly four decades of experience in the international reinsurance broking sector and having held a range of senior leadership roles with a strong focus on the Asia market, Jones is widely regarded as one of the most seasoned and respected practitioners in the region.
Over the course of his career, he has developed deep expertise in structuring complex risk solutions, built long-standing client relationships, and played a key role in shaping strategic initiatives across multiple markets.
Jones joins Willis Re from Gallagher Re, where he was most recently Chairman of APAC, and prior to this was CEO of Asia Reinsurance Solutions at Aon. Before joining Aon, he spent over 30 years at Guy Carpenter, holding positions including CEO, Singapore and Chairman of Asia Pacific.
Commenting on the appointment, Lucy Clarke, Board Member of Willis Re, said:
“We are thrilled to have Richard join the Willis Re team to lead the establishment of our activities in Asia. His regional knowledge and proven track record in shaping and executing strategy will be critical as we build our market presence. Richard will play a central role in defining and driving our Asia strategy, ensuring we create a strong foundation for growth and client value across the region.”
Jones added:
“I am excited to be joining Willis Re at such a pivotal point. The opportunity to help shape and deliver on the company’s ambitions in Asia is incredibly compelling. I look forward to working with colleagues across the region to establish a strong and distinctive platform, deepen client relationships, and contribute to building a business that delivers sustainable, long-term impact.”
