Tim Bluck
About Tim Bluck
Tim Bluck serves as the Underwriting Manager for UK and Ireland Liability at QBE European Operations, where he has worked since 2010. He possesses extensive experience in both conventional and non-conventional insurance programs and specializes in managing large corporate accounts across various sectors.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Tim Bluck has been serving as the Underwriting Manager for UK and Ireland Liability at QBE European Operations since 2010. In this role, he manages relationships with key insurance partners, notably RMP, in the Public Sector insurance market, where QBE holds a leading position. His responsibilities include overseeing underwriting processes and ensuring effective risk management strategies are implemented. Prior to this role, he worked as a Portfolio Manager for Retail - UK and Ireland Casualty from 2014 to 2018, further enhancing his expertise in the insurance sector.
Previous Experience in Insurance Underwriting
Before joining QBE, Tim Bluck accumulated significant experience in various underwriting roles. He worked as a Liability Underwriter at Eagle Star from 1991 to 1997, followed by a position as a Senior Casualty Underwriter at Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group from 2000 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Multinational Underwriter at Royal & Sun Alliance from 1997 to 2000. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both conventional and non-conventional insurance programs.
Educational Background
Tim Bluck completed his secondary education at Clydebank High and The High School of Glasgow. He furthered his education at the University of Strathclyde, where he studied Business Law and Marketing, earning a BA (Hons) from 1985 to 1989. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles relevant to the insurance industry.
Expertise in Underwriting and Risk Management
Tim Bluck possesses extensive expertise in underwriting, particularly in managing large corporate accounts across various sectors, including construction, transport and logistics, rail, and manufacturing. He has a strong background in both retail and wholesale business, dealing with primary and excess layers. His experience includes collaboration with national and non-national brokers, underwriting agencies, and key sector intermediaries, which enhances his ability to navigate complex insurance landscapes.