Bermuda-based reinsurer Everest Re Group has announced that Brent Hoffman has been appointed as interim General Counsel, replacing Sanjoy Mukherjee who will be leaving the company in April.
Hoffman will take up Mukherjee’s responsibilities while Everest conducts a search for a permanent replacement, and will retain his position as Head of Claims and Chief Operations Officer for the company’s Reinsurance business.
Hoffman brings more than 25 years of extensive legal and industry experience to the role, having served in several senior claims and legal positions at major global re/insurers prior to Everest.
Most recently, he was AXA XL’s Chief Claims Officer, where he led the company’s global claims strategy and operations across multiple business lines and geographies.
He also served as General Counsel – Global Claims, where he led AXA XL’s in-house legal team supporting all aspects of the company’s global claims operations.
Additionally, Hoffman held senior leadership positions at The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., overseeing claims, litigation, and settlement strategies.
“We are grateful for Sanjoy’s years of service to Everest and wish him all the best in his future endeavors,” said Juan C. Andrade, Everest’s President and CEO.
“We welcome Brent to lead our strong legal team in the interim. His deep understanding of our business, proven leadership and industry acumen make him well suited for the role. I look forward to working closely with Brent as we continue to position Everest for future opportunity.”
After his departure on April 21, Mukherjee will remain available as an advisor to Everest to assist in the transition into July 2023.
