Simon Behagg
About Simon Behagg
Simon Behagg is the Managing Director at Gallagher Re in Walbrook, London, with a background in reinsurance broking and extensive international experience.
Company
Simon Behagg currently serves as the Managing Director at Gallagher Re in Walbrook, London. Since May 2014, he has been instrumental in enhancing the firm's service offerings, focusing on building strong relationships and client advocacy. Under his leadership, the company has prioritized understanding its customers' strategic ambitions and reinsurance objectives to provide industry-leading advice and products.
Previous Roles
Before joining Gallagher Re, Simon Behagg was the Chief Operating Officer at Howden Broking Group from 2010 to 2014. Prior to that, he worked at Aon Benfield as Head of Strategy - International for 11 months in 2009. From 2006 to 2008, he served as the Global Head of Operations - Facultative Solutions at Benfield. His extensive experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in reinsurance and strategy implementation.
Education and Expertise
Simon Behagg earned a BA (Hons) in Economics and Public Administration from Royal Holloway, University of London, from 1991 to 1994. He furthered his education at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, where he completed Officer Training for the British Army, securing a BA (Hons) in 1996. He is also a PRINCE 2 qualified project manager, with a specialized focus on reinsurance broking.
International Experience
Simon Behagg has accumulated significant international experience over his career. He has worked in diverse locations including London, Bermuda, Miami, New York, Rio De Janeiro, and Santiago. This international exposure has helped him better understand various market dynamics and customer needs, enriching his strategic approach at Gallagher Re.