Colum Lovett
About Colum Lovett
Colum Lovett is an Assistant Director at IPS Group Limited, specializing in executive recruitment for the insurance and reinsurance industry. He has extensive experience in organizational development, compensation analysis, and performance management, having worked with various firms in the sector.
Work at IPS Group
Colum Lovett has been serving as Assistant Director at IPS Group Limited since 2012. In this role, he has utilized his extensive experience in executive recruitment, particularly within the insurance and reinsurance sectors. His responsibilities include advising on organizational development, compensation analysis, and performance management for various firms. Lovett's tenure at IPS Group has allowed him to deepen his expertise and contribute to the company's growth in the competitive recruitment landscape.
Previous Experience in Executive Recruitment
Prior to his current position, Colum Lovett worked as an Executive Consultant at an Executive Search Firm in London from 2011 to 2012. His role involved providing specialized recruitment services to clients in the insurance and reinsurance industries. Before that, he was a Consultant - Retained Search at Gillespie Wallis from 2010 to 2011, where he focused on executive recruitment for various firms, including insurers and brokers. His experience in these roles has equipped him with valuable insights into the recruitment process.
Specialization in Insurance and Reinsurance
Colum Lovett specializes in executive recruitment specifically for the insurance and reinsurance industries. He has partnered with a diverse range of firms, including insurers, reinsurers, brokers, investment firms, hedge funds, rating agencies, and actuarial firms. His strong technical and operational knowledge, along with specific product knowledge across different insurance classes, enables him to effectively meet the recruitment needs of his clients.
Background in Organizational Development
In addition to his recruitment expertise, Colum Lovett provides advice on organizational development and structure for established companies. He conducts compensation analysis and performance management assessments to help organizations optimize their operations. His background includes significant experience in setting up internal audit functions, notably at Lloyd's, where he gained insights across all insurance sectors during a period of major changes.
Career Before Returning to the UK
Before returning to the UK in 2009, Colum Lovett served as Managing Director of The James Partnership, a specialist recruiter based in Bermuda. This role allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the recruitment landscape in the insurance sector, particularly in a unique market environment. His international experience has contributed to his comprehensive approach to executive recruitment.