In his new role, Matt assumes overall responsibility for the firm’s Manchester office and its team of experienced Corporate Commercial Risk advisers, and their clients. Reporting to Dan Hopkinson, managing director of Commercial Risk UK North at Aon, Matt will draw on 16 years of experience and be responsible for implementing the national and regional strategy.
Matt joined Aon in 2018 as client manager, and following several promotions, his remit has expanded to include managing colleagues and leading client work. Prior to joining Aon, Matt spent almost a decade with the UK-based insurance broker Griffiths & Armour, which Aon recently acquired.
Matt Foy said: "I am proud to have been appointed as head of Aon’s Manchester office at such an exciting time for the firm. I am fortunate to work alongside a talented and experienced team, and I’m eager to support their growth and development in my new role, ensuring that we continue delivering exceptional service to our diverse range of clients and their commercial insurance needs.
“Stepping into a leadership role has always been a personal ambition, and Aon has given me the opportunities to make this a reality. I am looking forward to collaborating with my colleagues and clients across the north-west."
Dan Hopkinson, said: “We are pleased to announce Matthew Foy as the new head of office for Aon in Manchester. Over the past seven years, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing Matt’s outstanding leadership and the incredible value he brings to both our clients and colleagues.
“Matt is eager to collaborate with our exceptional Corporate team to maintain and enhance the fantastic service we deliver to our clients.”
Aon provides clients, from SMEs to large corporates, with commercial risk solutions, health solutions, reinsurance solutions and wealth solutions.