Claims services provider McLarens has promoted Gavin Jackson (pictured) to head of Lloyd’s and London Market. He takes up the position following the retirement of director David Pigot last year. The appointment comes as McLarens said it was seeking to strengthen its Lloyd’s and London footprint.

Graham Smart, chief commercial officer at McLarens, said: “I am delighted to announce Gavin’s promotion, which is a natural evolution and is very well deserved. The strength and depth of his connectivity within the industry are astonishing, and he is renowned for finding solutions to the most challenging of situations. He is relied on by many as a gateway to our global business, and I have no doubt that he will be a huge success in this new role.”