Phil Parkinson named Mercer UK CEO

Parkinson to take up role in the coming weeks

Jaskeet Briah
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Professional services firm, Marsh, has promoted Phil Parkinson to CEO of Mercer UK, a business of Marsh, subject to regulatory approval.

Marsh, which offers risk; reinsurance and capital; people and investments; and management consulting, said Parkinson is expected to take up the role in the coming weeks. Parkinson succeeds Benoit Hudon, who is leaving the business to pursue other opportunities. In the role, Parkinson will lead the strategic development and execution of Mercer UK's commercial strategy. This includes its health and benefits, investments and retirement, and workforce and rewards businesses. He will work with Marsh leaders on the firm's capabilities across risk, strategy and people to UK clients. Pa...

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