Mike Palmer

Group Chief Executive, Citadel Risk

Mike is responsible for production of new business both live and legacy from the UK representative office, and he supports both the Bermuda and US offices. Mike handles the marketing for the Group and manages operations for Citadel Risk Services UK Limited.

He has been involved within the (Re)insurance industry since 1982. Performing roles at brokers Willis, Aon and Minet he has a thorough understanding of the insurance and reinsurance process and worldwide markets. For almost 10 years Mike has been the “gatekeeper” for Citadel Risk in London, supporting clients with handling placement, underwriting and strategic risk management.

Mike also has a commercial understanding of the consulting space, including legacy and run-off products and services. He has specific expertise in back office outsourcing, portfolio management, exit solutions and broker replacement.

Historically Mikes background was in run off working for Aons run off consultancy team, Helix UK and R&Q.  This spanned over 20+ years.  Mike was on the boards of the UK run off association and the US version of the same.