Willis Re has recruited William “Bill” Morritt to its broking team, bringing aviation reinsurance experience that includes advising clients through losses tied to the World Trade Center and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, during a period of continued hiring across the business.
Morritt has worked with clients on exposures spanning major airlines, general aviation, manufacturers, satellite risks, war risks, and retrocession, including support during major international loss events.
He has been involved in structuring reinsurance arrangements designed around these risk categories, working with clients across global markets.
Morritt brings more than 40 years of experience in aviation reinsurance. He began his career at Alexander Howden and later held senior roles at Willis Towers Watson, JLT Re, and most recently Guy Carpenter.
Across these roles, he has worked with clients on structuring tailored reinsurance solutions across aviation and specialty risk segments.
Morritt will join Willis Re after completing his obligations with Guy Carpenter.
“We are pleased to welcome Bill to Willis Re as part of the continued growth of our broking team. His extensive aviation market experience and technical expertise make him a valuable addition to the business. Bill’s client-focused approach further enhances our ability to deliver strong client outcomes,” said Lucy Clarke, board member at Willis Re.
The appointment comes during continued hiring activity at Willis Re following its re-entry into the reinsurance broking market through a joint venture between Bain Capital and Willis Towers Watson.
Recent appointments include Nick Pritchard in Bermuda, focusing on property treaty and retrocession; James Loggie in credit, surety and political risk; Tony Simm, who leads facultative reinsurance across Europe and Great Britain; and Rikki Hornett, who brings experience in structuring reinsurance and retrocession programs with a background in the Bermuda market, according to industry reports published in 2026.
The firm has continued to add senior brokers and specialists across multiple lines of business while participating in the January 2026 renewals, with parent company Willis Towers Watson stating the build-out is progressing according to plan.
