Sam Mc Alea
About Sam Mc Alea
Sam Mc Alea is the Divisional Director - Specialty Casualty at Gallagher Re, with extensive experience in the reinsurance industry, including roles at Willis Re, Odyssey Re, and Advent Syndicate 780.
Current Role at Gallagher Re
Sam Mc Alea currently serves as the Divisional Director - Specialty Casualty at Gallagher Re. In this prominent position, Sam is responsible for overseeing the specialty casualty division, leveraging his extensive experience in underwriting and reinsurance to benefit the firm's clients. His role includes maximizing the efficiency of reinsurance structures and managing client relationships, ensuring tailored solutions to meet complex risk needs.
Previous Experience at Willis Re
Before joining Gallagher Re, Sam Mc Alea worked at Willis Re as Divisional Director - Specialty Casualty from 2020 to 2021 in London, United Kingdom. His tenure at Willis Re involved overseeing specialty casualty operations, working extensively with both International and US markets to provide reinsurance solutions. His responsibilities included managing client portfolios and ensuring the efficient structuring of reinsurance programs.
Background in Underwriting
Sam Mc Alea has over nine years of experience in underwriting within the reinsurance sector. His career includes roles at various reputable organizations such as Odyssey Re, where he worked as an International Casualty and Accident & Health Treaty Underwriter, and Advent Syndicate 780, where he served as Underwriter Casualty / Specialty Treaty. These positions allowed Sam to develop deep expertise in specialty lines including Personal Accident, Contingency, Crisis Management, and Terrorism.
Educational Credentials
Sam Mc Alea holds a BA Honours degree from the University of Sussex, where he studied Politics & Economics and achieved 2:1 Hons from 2008 to 2010. Furthering his education in the insurance field, he attended The Chartered Institute of Insurance from 2010 to 2013, where he studied Insurance and achieved ACII status, qualifying as a Chartered Insurer. This strong educational foundation underpins his professional achievements in the reinsurance industry.
Expertise in Reinsurance Proposals
In addition to his extensive underwriting experience, Sam Mc Alea has notable expertise in handling Requests for Proposals (RFPs) within the reinsurance industry. His skill set includes optimizing reinsurance structures to maximize efficiency and effectively addressing the unique needs of clients. His experience spans both purchasing and broking sides of reinsurance, providing him a comprehensive perspective in crafting effective reinsurance solutions.