Liberty appoints President, Europe, to deliver 2030 strategy

Liberty Specialty Markets (LSM), part of Liberty Mutual Insurance Group, has announced the appointment of Pierre-Edouard Fraigneau as president, Europe. Currently the chief underwriting officer (CUO), LSM Europe and Liberty Mutual Insurance Europe, Fraigneau will begin his new role on 1st September and will continue to be based in Luxembourg. He succeeds incumbent president Kadidja Sinz and will continue to work closely with her until her retirement at the end of 2025. 

Fraigneau joined Liberty as CUO in 2020. He was closely involved in developing Liberty’s Invest in Europe 2030 strategy and as president of the region he will be responsible for driving its delivery. Liberty in Europe has grown significantly since establishing a presence in the region, driven by a consistent focus on underwriting quality and claims service. With twelve offices in seven countries, and more set to open in the future, Liberty is committed to investing in Europe. 

Phil Hobbs, president, Liberty International Insurance said: “Pierre-Edouard is fantastically well placed to lead our European business and deliver the 2030 strategy which he was instrumental in creating. His appointment is richly deserved and I am extremely pleased this key role is going to an exceptional internal talent.”

With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, Fraigneau joined Liberty from Sanlam. He started his career at AIG, spending 12 years with the insurer, latterly as deputy general manager – North and West Africa. His experience across the African, European and Middle Eastern Markets makes Fraigneau well placed to take on this role.