Zurich Australian Insurance has appointed David Foote as National Relationship Leader, focusing on key international broker partners.

Mr Foote, who has more than 20 years’ experience in relationship management and business development roles, joins from Allianz where his most recent position was Key Account Manager.

“David is highly regarded within the industry and he brings strong relationships with our key broker partners,” Chief Distribution & Deal Management Officer Giles Crowley said.

Previously, Mr Foote worked at Chubb, Pacific Underwriting and Marsh, according to his LinkedIn page.

He will start with Zurich from July 1.