Generali Global Corporate & Commercial (GC&C) has appointed Pedro Ruano as head of claims, where he will work within the firm’s newly established insurance function. Having previously served as head of GC&C for Iberia and Latin America, in his new role Ruano is responsible for driving claims processes at a global level. Ruano reports to Hayden Seach, GC&C head of insurance, within the new insurance function, which was previously the firm’s underwriting function. Generali GC&C’s new insurance framework oversees activities related to the entire insurance ecosystem, including corporate portfolio management, underwriting, pricing, loss prevention and claims processes. Manlio Lostuzzi, CEO of GC&C, comments: “We are delighted to announce these organisational appointments that will further equip us in executing our strategy and serving our clients at the highest level.” “The newly created insurance function will guarantee a further straightforward management direction amongst the entire insurance processes, improving synergies, efficiency and delivery,” he adds.