Grant Thornton unveils new programme & more…Keep up with what has been happening this week in our latest IP news round-up…

Two new partners promoted at First Actuarial

Professional services firm First Actuarial has created two new partnerships, to recognise the efforts of a duo of long-standing members. Peter Norman and Kirk Hinton are credited by the firm as “having played an instrumental role in business growth at the Peterborough office.”

Broker labels CrowdStrike outage “Kitty Cat” event

Insured losses from the CrowdStrike outage in July are likely to range from $300m to $1bn, according to reinsurance broker Guy Carpenter.

Milliman launches Milliman Connect to unify data and systems for group and worksite insurers

Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm announced the launch of Milliman Connect, a groundbreaking solution designed to seamlessly integrate disparate data and systems across insurers. This innovative platform empowers insurance carriers, voluntary benefit providers, MGAs, TPAs, and brokers, helping them unify their data, streamline operations, and drive informed decision-making.

Grant Thornton unveils new programme to prepare new trainees with professional skills

Leading business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP announces the upcoming introduction of Career Launchpad, an innovative onboarding programme for trainees. Set to launch with the September 2024 intake of trainees in the firm’s Audit practice, Career Launchpad is a dynamic initiative to equip new trainees with essential skills and knowledge, ensuring that they thrive in their professional journey.

Morgan Sindall appoint LifeSight as DC master trust provider

LifeSight, WTW’s UK defined contribution (DC) master trust, has been appointed by Morgan Sindall Group, the Partnerships, Fit Out and Construction Services group, to be master trust provider for its UK DC pension scheme members.