Grant Clemence
About Grant Clemence
Grant Clemence serves as the Global Head of Insurance Risk at QBE Insurance, a position he has held since 2022. He has a background in economics and law from the University of Leicester and has contributed significantly to various initiatives within the insurance sector.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Grant Clemence has served as the Global Head of Insurance Risk at QBE Insurance since 2022. In this role, he oversees the company's insurance risk strategies from the London office, utilizing a hybrid work model. Prior to this position, he held the role of Head of UK, European and International Casualty from 2017 to 2018, where he managed casualty operations across multiple regions. Additionally, he was the Programme Director for Project Optimum from 2018 to 2022, leading a significant innovation initiative aimed at redesigning QBE for future challenges.
Education and Expertise
Grant Clemence earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Economics and Law from the University of Leicester, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. He is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt qualified practitioner, demonstrating his expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency. His educational background and professional qualifications contribute to his strategic approach in managing insurance risk and driving innovation within QBE.
Background
Before joining QBE Insurance, Grant Clemence built a career in the insurance sector, focusing on casualty management and risk assessment. His experience includes managing QBE Europe's global casualty proposition, which is recognized as a market-leading and profitable segment. His involvement in various roles within the company has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the insurance landscape.
Achievements
Grant Clemence is the founder of the Premiums4Good initiative, which has received accolades such as the Business Sustainability / Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative of the Year at the British Insurance Awards and Gold at the International CSR Excellence Awards. He has also been a contributor to discussions on Cyber Insurance at Chatham House, addressing its relationship with broader economic issues. Additionally, he is a regular speaker on Corporate Social Responsibility in business at AIRMIC and other industry forums.