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Wajahat Khawaja has been appointed as Head of Governance and Controls at MNK Group, an independent global group of companies operating across the insurance value chain. Khawaja has more than 30 years’ experience in the industry, which includes extensive international experience. He has worked to develop frameworks and controls for major international insurance businesses, as well as undertaking work on wider business planning and strategy.
At MNK Group he will be responsible for enhancing and embedding group-level policies and building common controls for the entire organisation. This includes underwriting guidelines, a peer review and an independent review framework. He will lead the roll-out of these policies, supporting a cultural shift at MNK Group as it continues to expand its geographical footprint.
The Group was rebranded to MNK Group in April year, to ensure greater integration between the broking, MGA, and risk-taking entities. As well as offering clients a fully comprehensive service, the move has strengthened the connection between teams across the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and the Far East. Wajahat Khawaja, Group Head of Governance and Controls at MNK Group, said:
“It feels like the perfect time to join MNK Group, given that it is still growing and expanding into new products and offerings. I’m excited to support as we build ourselves into an organisation that cuts across the entire insurance value chain.
“It’s a very experienced team at MNK Group, and it’s clear that everyone understands the need for an enhanced control function. I’m looking forward to continuing to work with the teams and developing a flexible framework that supports our continued growth.”
Manoj Kumar, Group Chairman and Managing Director at MNK Group, said:
“Wajahat brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, so I’m delighted to welcome him to MNK Group. His appointment is an important step as we continue our rapid international expansion, and the whole business will benefit from his understanding of the market and specialist insight.”
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About the MNK Group
MNK Group brings together a Lloyd’s Broker (MNK International, formerly MNK Re), providing insurance solutions to customers in over 130 countries, and a network of MGAs (Specialty MGA in the UK, Italy, US, and Middle East). Additionally, reinsurance companies Mekong Re, Florida Re, and MNK Seguros are part of the group.
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