Towers Watson appoints Michael Murphy as RCS leader

Press release

Published July 26th, 2011 - 08:21 GMT

Al Bawaba

Global professional services company, Towers Watson, has appointed Michael Murphy as a senior leader in its Risk Consulting and Software (RCS) business. Murphy, former Aviva Europe SE managing director, will be based in Dublin and will have a portfolio of activities in his role, including responsibility for the management of the RCS businesses in Ireland and Continental Europe and leading large client projects.

Martin Pike, Towers Watson’s RCS leader for the EMEA region, said: “Michael joins us at a very exciting time in our development, having grown to a team of 600 consultants spread across 13 countries, and as we continue to pursue further growth opportunities across Europe.”

Murphy, a qualified actuary, has worked in both the life and general insurance sectors in managing director, finance director and chief actuary roles. He therefore brings a wealth of commercial experience, underpinned by a strong technical understanding of insurance business.

Background Information

Willis Towers Watson

Willis Towers Watson (NASDAQ: WLTW) is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 45,000 employees serving more than 140 countries and markets.

We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas — the dynamic formula that drives business performance.

Together, we unlock potential.