Who we are


Different by design  

We are a specialist insurance and reinsurance broker designed for large clients and complex risks. We focus where it matters most to bring together deep expertise, strong relationships and cutting-edge technology to deliver smarter, faster and exceptional placement outcomes.  

It’s more than about what we do. It’s about how we do it. 

We think differently. Act boldly and change things for the better. Whether it’s crafting placement strategies, building market-leading digital tools or creating a space for new ideas, everything we do is intentional.   

We work with industry-leading clients, top-tier partners and the most talented people in the market.    We’re proud to be a firm where expertise meets innovation and where our colleagues genuinely care about doing exceptional work together.  

A culture of trust 

Our strongest asset is our people. And our culture is built on trust. Everyone one who joins us signs our Contract of Trust, a shared commitment to excellence, accountability and respect. As a result, we have a culture that attracts the best talent in the industry and underpins a culture where brilliant people do exceptional work, together. 

Careers at McGill and Partners 

Backed for global growth 

Launched in 2019, our vision quickly attracted the backing of  Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm.  With over 45+ years of investing across the financial services landscape, they are the ideal partner for our ambitious international growth plans. 

Meet our teams


James Defty

James Defty

Head of Casualty

London, UK

James is Head of Casualty in our Complex Property, Casualty and Construction team.

James joined the insurance industry in 2001 and, after a brief stint in the Cargo market, went on to gain more than eighteen years’ experience in the International Casualty market. His focus continues to be in territories such as Canada, Latin America, South Africa, and Australia, specialising in the Public Sector, Mining, Power and Utilities and Heavy Industry sectors.

If he wasn’t working with McGill and Partners, James would probablybe playing cricket.

“I came to McGill and Partners to be part of a dynamic team that is all pulling in the same direction.”

To get in touch with James, email: james.defty@mcgillpartners.com

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