Sedgwick has named Aruna Chandrapalan (pictured) as CEO of Singapore. She will continue to serve as partner, forensic accounting services (FAS) across Asia.
Chandrapalan is a chartered loss adjuster and chartered accountant and has more than two decades of experience in the insurance sector. She joined Sedgwick in 2017 as a senior manager and, in 2023, was appointed head of forensic accounting services in Asia. Her work has included financial lines claims, property damage claims, and stock valuations for corporate and commercial clients.
Commenting on her appointment, Chandrapalan said: “I am honoured to take on the role of CEO for Singapore and continue supporting our clients. I look forward to building on Sedgwick’s strong foundation and driving growth with our talented team.”
Alongside the Singapore CEO change, Sedgwick confirmed that Nigel Cook will continue as head of major and complex loss (MCL) in Asia. Stephen Kerr, chief executive officer – Asia, said the changes align with Sedgwick’s plans to develop its large-loss capabilities. “With our ambitious plans to grow major and complex loss (MCL) in the region, Nigel will dedicate his efforts to driving capability and opportunities in this vital area of our business. I also want to thank Nigel for his outstanding leadership of the Singapore team over the past two years,” Kerr said.
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Over the last two years, Cook has held a dual role as CEO of Singapore and head of MCL in Asia. His earlier career includes engineering positions at British Steel in the UK, the American Bureau of Shipping, and a state-owned oil and gas enterprise in the Middle East. He entered the adjusting profession in New Zealand’s specialist commercial market, later obtaining insurance qualifications from the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) and chartered status with the Australasian Institute of Chartered Loss Adjusters (AICLA). He has worked in loss adjusting roles in Asia and the Middle East.
Cook said the realignment will allow him to deepen focus on large and technical losses. “It has been a privilege to lead the Singapore team, and I will continue to expand our major and complex loss practice across Asia. This is a vital area where we can deliver even greater value to our clients,” he said.
The Asia moves come as Sedgwick progresses a broader succession plan for its international business. The company has confirmed that Paul White will become CEO, international, effective Jan. 1, 2026, following the planned retirement of Tom Simoncic.
Simoncic, who serves as president of global property and international, is scheduled to retire after 18 years with Sedgwick. During that period, he has led the firm’s international property operations and overseen initiatives across multiple territories.
White is currently regional CEO for international operations, with oversight of the UK, Australia, Asia, the Middle East, New Zealand, and South Africa. His leadership experience at Sedgwick and predecessor firms includes roles as chief executive officer for the UK and rest of international operations, deputy CEO, and chief operating officer for the UK and Ireland at Cunningham Lindsey. Earlier positions at Cunningham Lindsey included operations director and commercial director, with responsibility for service delivery and performance across several markets.
Sedgwick’s leadership changes extend beyond Singapore and the international CEO role. In August, the company appointed Kalani Reelitz as chief financial officer, assigning him responsibility for financial strategy, planning, reporting, and capital structure.
In North Asia, Sedgwick has previously announced new country heads. In Japan, Shuji Tanaka has taken on the CEO post, while Cameron Lee has been appointed CEO in Taiwan. Their predecessors, Takeshi Nagao and Huoo-Lian Liou, have transitioned into chairman positions in their respective markets.
