The Underwriting Agencies Council (UAC) has appointed William Legge as its first GM.

UAC Chairman Damien Coates says Mr Legge will “spearhead the implementation of UAC’s three-year strategic plan”.

Mr Legge has resigned as CEO of Consolidated Underwriting and Aurora Underwriting Agency to take on the role. He will also resign as a director of UAC when he starts the new job on May 2.

His appointment is initially for three days a week.

Mr Coates says Mr Legge will direct UAC programs and ensure members’ interests are communicated to governments, regulators and other industry bodies.

“William’s appointment offers us a great opportunity to grow the agency concept and assist all UAC members to build their businesses.”