ALLIANZ COMMERCIAL APPOINTS FORMER GRADUATE TO MANAGEMENT POSITION

Allianz Commercial has appointed Stephanie Ogden to the position of speciality lines underwriting account manager.

Stephanie, who is ACII qualified, joined Allianz as part of the Corporate Management trainee graduate scheme after finishing university in 2008.

In her time at Allianz, Stephanie has held various roles including casualty underwriter, team leader in the Commercial London branch and most recently as executive assistant to Simon McGinn, general manager, Allianz Commercial.

As part of her new role Stephanie will head-up the team managing the underwriting accounts for Directors & Officers, Professional Indemnity and Group Personal Accident. As part of Allianz Commercial’s growth strategy, these accounts will play an increasingly larger role, helping to achieve the division’s growth ambitions.

Chris Dee, head of casualty insurance, Allianz Commercial said: “I am delighted to welcome Stephanie to the team. Her appointment demonstrates Allianz’s culture of developing its staff and our ability to nurture great talent.”

He continued: “Stephanie’s diverse experience at Allianz has given her a unique knowledge and skills set. This will prove invaluable as we look to develop and grow these key accounts in an increasingly competitive market.”

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Notes to Editors

1. Allianz Insurance is one of the largest general insurers in the UK and part of the Allianz SE Group, the largest property and casualty insurer worldwide. Around 83 million private and corporate customers rely on Allianz's knowledge, global reach, capital strength and solidity to help them make the most of financial opportunities and to avoid and safeguard themselves against risks.

In 2013, around 148,000 employees in over 70 countries achieved total revenue of 110.8 billion euros.

For further information contact:

David Moore-Crouch, Communications Officer, Allianz Insurance

Tel: 01483 465 227
Mob: 07711021748
Email: david.moore-crouch@allianz.co.uk