Independent brokerage Lockton Re has named Ed Le Flufy as its global head of cyber, operating from the company’s London office.

Flufy will collaborate with clients and teams internationally.

The appointment is part of the company’s ongoing expansion of its cyber capabilities.

Lockton Re International CEO Keith Harrison said: “We are delighted Ed will be joining Lockton Re supporting our commitment to provide clients with leading edge solutions and insight into the fast growing and evolving cyber market.

“Leading our cyber team Ed will drive the further development and delivery of a multi-disciplinary global cyber team that combines innovative risk transfer solutions in both the traditional and ILS [insurance-linked securities] markets with advanced cyber analytics and risk consulting expertise.”

The new position is expected to align with the company’s focus on supporting clients across the globe with a seamless service, irrespective of their location.

Lockton Re North America CEO Nick Durant said: “Cyber as a class of business is very much in growth mode and we expect that trajectory to continue for some time making this an increasingly important class of business for Lockton Re and our clients.

“The business is thrilled to welcome Ed in this new global role with his terrific market reputation for strong client advocacy and deep specialist cyber broking expertise and experience. We all look forward to working with Ed as we continue our investment in this important class.”

Earlier this month, Lockton appointed Peter Rapciewicz as its US Casualty leader and Jessica Cullen as head of Excess Casualty and Operations.

Rapciewicz, who has more than 20 years’ experience, will oversee the expansion of Lockton’s casualty business in the US. He will report to Devin Beresheim, Lockton’s US Risk Solutions leader.