Pro Global, an international provider of professional services, consulting and technology solutions to the insurance industry, has announced the acquisition of Australian audit and advisory firm GSI Professional Services.
The transaction strengthens Pro Global’s international audit and advisory business and marks a strategic step in the firm’s wider expansion plans in the Asia-Pacific region.
With this acquisition, Pro Global expands its audit and advisory services operations into Australia, increasing the firm’s ability to support clients in managing the more stringent governance, oversight and operational resilience requirements across multiple geographies.
The company said the transaction will also support the continued international growth of its MGA and insurance services businesses in the region.
Pro Global says demand for specialist expertise, scalable operational support and technology-led delivery models continues to grow in the Australian insurance market as insurers, MGAs and brokers adapt to changing regulations and an increasingly complex market. The company believes the acquisition enhances its ability to provide clients with regional insights and international capabilities.
David Mills, Pro Global’s regional director for Australia, who previously led and owned GSI Professional Services, will continue to serve as regional director for Australia and will be responsible for the Australian business, helping to oversee the continued development of Pro Global’s business and client services in the market.
Mills commented: “This is an exciting opportunity for Pro to build a meaningful long-term presence in Australia and surrounding markets. There is strong demand for expertise, particularly in audit, operational support and licensing oversight. By combining local knowledge with Pro’s international capabilities, we are well-positioned to support clients as they navigate increasingly complex and changing circumstances across the insurance industry.”
Pervin Sivanathan, head of audit and advisory services at Pro Global, said: “This acquisition represents an important strategic step in Pro’s continued expansion of its international audit and advisory capabilities. As the insurance market becomes increasingly complex and interconnected, clients are looking for trusted partners who can provide consistent expertise across different geographies.
“Establishing a presence in Australia and covering the Asian market strengthens our ability to support these evolving needs, while also providing a strong foundation for wider collaboration across Pro’s wider range of services.”
Pro Global said the acquisition is part of the company’s wider international growth plan, which is focused on strengthening specialized capabilities while developing a scalable regional delivery platform to meet customer demand.
Pro Global CEO Steve Lewis added: “Australia is an important extension of Pro’s international coverage and this acquisition provides us with immediate capabilities and a strong platform for future growth.
“In addition to strengthening our audit and consulting practices, we see significant opportunities to support the evolving needs of MGA and insurance services clients in the region. As the specialty insurance market continues to modernize, clients increasingly require partners who can combine deep domain expertise with scalable operational and digital capabilities. This investment reflects our confidence in the market and our long-term commitment to supporting our international clients.”
Pro Global said the Australian operation will continue to focus on providing specialist audit and advisory services, while supporting the progressive expansion of the firm’s wider regional capabilities.