Brian Bissett
About Brian Bissett
Brian Bissett serves as the Group Chief Actuary at Convex Insurance, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having previously worked in various actuarial roles at companies such as Zurich Insurance Company Ltd, XL Catlin, and Generali.
Work at Convex
Brian Bissett has served as the Group Chief Actuary at Convex Insurance since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing actuarial functions and ensuring the accuracy of financial projections and risk assessments. His tenure at Convex has extended for five years, during which he has contributed to the company's strategic initiatives in risk management and pricing.
Previous Experience in the Insurance Industry
Prior to his current role, Brian Bissett held various positions in prominent insurance firms. He worked at Zurich Insurance Company Ltd as Group Chief Actuary from 2017 to 2019 and as Group Chief Non-Life Actuary from 2016 to 2017. His experience also includes a role as Chief Data Officer at XL Catlin from 2015 to 2016. Bissett's career in the insurance sector began at Generali, where he worked as an actuary from 1994 to 2001.
Career Progression at Catlin
Brian Bissett has a significant history with Catlin, where he held multiple roles over several years. He served as Group Chief Actuary from 2009 to 2014, Syndicate & UK Chief Actuary from 2003 to 2009, and Group Head of Reserving & Deputy Group Chief Actuary from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he was the Group Chief Data Officer & Deputy CAO for a brief period in 2014 to 2015.
Early Career and Education
Brian Bissett began his career in the actuarial field as a Trainee Actuary at Barclays from 1991 to 1994. He then transitioned to Generali, where he gained foundational experience as an actuary. His early career laid the groundwork for his extensive experience in the insurance industry.