LSE-listed Hiscox Ltd, headquartered in Bermuda, has announced the appointment of Jane Guyett as an independent non-executive director and chair of its remuneration committee, subject to regulatory approval.

Guyett, an experienced non-executive director, has held a range of roles across both the public and private sectors. These include serving as senior independent director at UK Government Investments Limited and as chair of the remuneration committee at the Royal London Mutual Insurance Society.

In addition, Guyett has more than 25 years’ executive experience, predominantly in the banking sector across EMEA and Asia. This includes 15 years at Bank of America Securities, latterly as chief operating officer, EMEA.

Colin Keogh, Hiscox interim chair, commented: “Jane has an impressive combination of extensive global executive experience and a track record of contributing to effective boards and committees in a variety of capacities. These attributes will be valuable as the business continues its ambitious growth trajectory.”