Scott Simpson has been promoted to Head of State Distribution at Chubb Australia, under a new structure designed to enhance consistency and collaboration in the distribution network.

He will lead the National Underwriting Centre, Independent Broker Unit (IBU) and Global Broker Unit (GBU) underwriting teams across Australia.

Five state distribution managers will guide Chubb’s IBU and GBU in each branch: Dean O’Halloran (Victoria), Jon Longmore (NSW), Monica Holland (SA), Pat O’Neill (Queensland) and Steve de Gruchy (WA). They will report to Mr Simpson.

Jason Hawksworth will continue to lead the IBU across Australia as Head of Independent Broker Unit, and Perry O’Leary will take on the equivalent role for the GBU.

They are responsible for Chubb’s strategy within each broker channel, and will manage respective strategic carrier agreements.

Paul Martin has been appointed to the new role of Head of Business Analytics, Australia and New Zealand.

Chubb’s Country President for Australia and New Zealand John French says the new structure will “foster collaboration and effectiveness”.