Billy Hughes
About Billy Hughes
Billy Hughes is a Graduate Broker specializing in Treaty Reinsurance Broking at Gallagher Re in London, focusing on Central Eastern European clients and Insurance-Linked Securities products.
Current Role at Gallagher Re
Billy Hughes is currently employed as a Graduate Broker specializing in Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS) for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region at Gallagher Re. He began this role in September 2023 and is based in London, England, United Kingdom. He works on-site, contributing to the company's reinsurance broking services.
Previous Experience at Gallagher Re
Prior to his current role, Billy Hughes interned at Gallagher Re during the summer of 2022. During his two-month internship, he gained valuable industry experience that paved the way for his current position as a Graduate Broker. This early exposure helped him to understand the fundamentals of reinsurance and the specific needs of Central Eastern European clients.
Educational Background
Billy Hughes studied Economics at the University of Birmingham, where he completed a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 2020 to 2023. His academic background in economics provided him with a strong analytical foundation that is essential for his role in treaty reinsurance broking and the execution of ILS products.
Specialization in Treaty Reinsurance Broking
Billy Hughes specializes in treaty reinsurance broking with a particular focus on clients from Central Eastern Europe. His expertise in this area is critical for his role at Gallagher Re, where he deals with the structuring and placement of reinsurance treaties to mitigate clients' risk exposures.
Involvement with Insurance-Linked Securities
In his role at Gallagher Re, Billy Hughes is actively involved in the execution of Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS) products. This includes the structuring and placement of Catastrophe Bonds and Sidecars, which are financial instruments used to transfer insurance risk to the capital markets. His work in this area helps clients manage and mitigate risk through innovative financial solutions.