Robert Murray has joined BDO as partner and head of actuarial within its financial services practice.
Based in the firm’s Aldersgate Street office in London, Murray will focus on providing advisory and audit support services to insurance and reinsurance companies in the non-life insurance sector.
His work will involve capital modelling, reserving and advising on risk and regulatory matters.
Previously, Murray worked as partner at Lane Clark & Peacock.
Murray said: “I am excited to be joining BDO’s strong actuarial team, and look forward to helping it grow and to develop new opportunities to further support our ambitious clients.”
Paul Eagland, managing partner at BDO, commented: “Financial services businesses are facing increasing regulatory challenges and with Brexit on the horizon, they will require quality advice and support to ensure they continue to drive the UK economy. Our investment in our financial services practice will mean we can continue to help our clients in the sector succeed.”
“Since we completed our merger with Moore Stephens LLP in February, our newly enlarged firm has gone from strength to strength. Robert Murray’s appointment reflects our growing expertise in the insurance sector. His many years of actuarial experience will be a fantastic addition to the team.”