Gallagher Appointed Matthew Jarrold as Director
The firm added a new strategic account director to its UK and Ireland retail division team.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Business Strategy
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Gallagher has appointed Matthew Jarrold as a strategic account director within its UK and Ireland retail division. This move is part of an ongoing recruitment campaign following a corporate restructuring.
Why it matters
The appointment aims to strengthen the company's ability to lead key client relationships and develop support services for major corporate clients. It follows a shift in the division structure initiated last year.
Matthew Jarrold brings over 30 years of insurance industry experience to his new role. He previously spent 6 years at Marsh, where he served as head of service for corporate clients in the north of England and Ireland.
The players
Matthew Jarrold
He is a veteran of the insurance sector who previously held leadership roles at Marsh, Aon, and JLT Specialty.
Gallagher
It is a global insurance brokerage and risk management services firm with a prominent retail division operating in the UK and Ireland.
Matthew Foy
He is a strategic account director who joined the Gallagher retail division in August 2026.
The details
Jarrold will be responsible for leading key client relationships and developing tailored support services for the firm's major corporate clients. His background includes previous roles at Aon, JLT Specialty, and Griffiths and Armour.
Timeline
November 2025: Gallagher introduced a new retail division structure.
August 2026: Matthew Foy was appointed as a strategic account director.
October 14, 2026: The appointment of Matthew Jarrold was announced.
Market Landscape
This strategic hire aligns with Gallagher's push to solidify its market position following the November 2025 UK and Ireland retail division restructuring. It reflects an industry trend of bolstering corporate client services to maintain competitive advantage.
Corporate clients can expect a renewed focus on support services and relationship management within the UK and Ireland retail division. The ongoing recruitment campaign suggests that the firm is prioritizing stability and service quality for its major accounts.
The takeaway
The appointment of a high-level director demonstrates the firm's focus on retaining deep industry expertise to manage complex corporate accounts. Clients should monitor whether these leadership additions result in measurable improvements to service delivery speeds.
Further reading
Learn more about organizational changes and market competition in our Business Strategy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Insurance Times.
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