Insurance Advisory Partners (IAP), a boutique investment banking firm specialising in the insurance sector, has appointed Partners Rinki Melwani and Benjamin James as co-heads of UK & Europe.
The pair will be based in IAP’s London office and will jointly report to Tony Ursano, Founder, Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer.
Their remit includes leading the firm’s UK and European operations, working closely with IAP’s global leadership team and clients across the region, to support the continued business growth.
The pair have already played an active role in IAP’s growth since joining, serving as advisers to clients across the global insurance sector on strategic, M&A, and capital-raising transactions.
Melwani’s work at IAP builds on her long-standing track record at leading global investment banks, including J.P. Morgan, Citi, Credit Suisse and Jefferies, where she has successfully delivered several insurance and insurtech transactions.
James has deep insurance-sector expertise and a broad advisory and investment background. Throughout his career, he has worked in investment banking and principal investment, including Fenchurch Advisory Partners, Financial Services Capital and Deloitte.
Ursano commented on the appointments, “Rinki and Ben have both made a strong contribution to IAP since joining the firm and bring deep expertise across the sector. Their experience, client focus and entrepreneurial approach make them well-suited to lead our UK and European business as we continue to grow.
“They share IAP’s commitment to providing objective, independent advice and delivering exceptional client service. I look forward to continuing to work with them as they take on this expanded leadership role.”
