Canopius taps new general counsel and CRO

Canopius Group has announced the appointment of Serena Lee as general counsel and chief risk officer for Canopius USA, a new position reflecting the company’s US expansion.

Lee has 15 years of corporate governance, transactional, compliance and litigation experience in the insurance industry. Prior to joining Canopius, she held various senior legal positions, most recently as vice president and senior counsel – corporate and litigation with Ambridge Partners (formerly Brit Global Specialty USA) and senior counsel for Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty.

“We are thrilled to welcome Serena as our in-house counsel and chief risk officer in the US,” said Lisa Davis, chief executive of Canopius US and Bermuda. “Serena will be an important part of our leadership as US operations continue to grow at a rapid pace and we strengthen and broaden our offerings.”

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“I am excited to join the dynamic team at Canopius and be a part of an organization that not only has the business vision to be commercially successful but also fosters a positive and supportive workplace environment,” Lee said. “I look forward to utilizing my experience to provide thoughtful legal advice to support Canopius’ initiatives.”