Underwriting

London, Lloyd’s and the Regions

Our Underwriting unit has a proven long term track record working with candidates and clients from in London, Lloyd’s and the Regions from junior to Senior Level. Partnering with companies from large corporate to SME.

Meet the team


Matthew Waters
Matthew Waters

Founder & Managing Director

020 4537 4001

As company founder Matthew has built Harrison Holgate from the core principles of long term partnerships, trust and transparency.

Initially commencing his career within the insurance industry Matthew worked within Claims, Underwriting & Sales before moving into recruitment with a large PLC firm.

With a 23 year track record successfully recruiting within Underwriting, Broking and Claims Matthew now focuses on running and growing the Underwriting and Broking unit.

Kieran Laking-Morris
Kieran Laking-Morris

Associate Director

020 4537 4006

Kieran is the Manager of the Underwriting and Broking team at Harrison Holgate, with a personal focus on recruiting in the senior underwriting market within specialty and wholesale.

With 5 years’ experience Kieran enjoys the technical areas of the market and speciality classes of business.

Kieran enjoys building lasting relationships within the Lloyd’s and London market, taking a consultative approach to all parties he interacts with.

Aeson Rodgers
Aeson Rodgers

Associate Director

020 4537 4014

Aeson is an Underwriting Specialist Headhunter at Harrison Holgate, focusing exclusively on Underwriting appointments across the Lloyd’s and London Market.

With a deep understanding of the insurance industry and a vast network of connections, Aeson excels at identifying and recruiting top talent.

Leveraging a professional and consultative approach, he is committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients and candidates alike, with the aim of building long-lasting relationships.


George Debenham
George Debenham

Recruitment Consultant

020 4537 4016

George has joined the Underwriting and Broking team at Harrison Holgate as a Recruitment Consultant, working alongside Kieran Laking-Morris.

He specialises in entry to mid-level opportunities within underwriting and broking across the Lloyd’s and London market.

George is passionate about supporting individuals at the early and developing stages of their careers and is committed to building lasting relationships with both clients and candidates in the insurance industry.


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