Canopius Group has announced the appointment of Winnie Tay as Underwriter for Financial Lines in Singapore, effective 1 July 2026. Tay, who previously worked at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, will report to Robert Barnum, Head of Financial Lines, APAC, and will play a key role in advancing Canopius’ underwriting capabilities across the region.
Tay brings over a decade of experience in Financial Lines roles across Singapore and Southeast Asia. Her most recent position was as Senior Financial Lines Underwriter and Professional Indemnity Lead for Southeast Asia, where she managed underwriting and portfolio management for a multi-market Professional Indemnity portfolio. Her expertise in disciplined pricing, rigorous risk selection, and strong broker relationships is expected to contribute significantly to Canopius’ growth strategy.
Robert Barnum commented on the appointment, stating, “Winnie brings deep Financial Lines expertise and a detailed understanding of the regional market. Her appointment further strengthens our Singapore platform as we continue to grow and enhance our Financial Lines capabilities across APAC.”
Canopius is a global speciality and property and casualty (re)insurer with operations in Australia, Bermuda, Singapore, the UK, and the US. The company underwrites through Lloyd’s Syndicate 4444 and other entities, providing insurance solutions in over 130 countries. Tay’s appointment is part of Canopius’ ongoing efforts to bolster its presence and capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region.
