Brace Underwriting Limited is looking to expand its international property portfolio and has recruited Richard Wheeler as senior underwriter. He has significant experience in this line of business and in handling multi-line property placements. He will be based in London.

Tom Sambrook, head of underwriting at Brace, said: “We are committed to attracting market leading underwriters who align with our values to help drive strategic, opportunistic, and valuable growth for Brace. His considerable underwriting experience combined with his knowledge of data management makes Richard an excellent candidate for this role. We look forward to welcoming him to the Brace team.”

Wheeler added: “Brace’s innovative and data-driven approach to underwriting and ability to focus on establishing meaningful and long-term partnerships made this an excellent opportunity for me.”