Everest Group, the provider of property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance and insurance solutions, has appointed Anthony Vidovich as executive vice-president and general counsel, effective on or before January 5.

Mr Vidovich will report to Jim Williamson, Everest’s president and chief executive officer, and will join the company’s executive leadership team.

He succeeds Ricardo Anzaldua, who, as previously announced, will retire following a transition period to ensure a seamless handover of responsibilities.

Mr Vidovich is a seasoned legal and business leader with nearly 30 years of experience across the global property and casualty (insurance and) reinsurance industry.

He was most recently global head of Insurance Legal at AIG, advising on legal matters for the company’s insurance, reinsurance and risk-capital businesses.

Before AIG, he held executive leadership roles at XL Group/XL Catlin, and The Hartford, guiding multinational legal teams through complex integrations, enterprise transformations and strategic change initiatives.

He holds a Juris Doctor from Rutgers University School of Law. His industry and advisory board service includes the US Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Legal Reform and the RAND Corporation Institute for Civil Justice.

“Anthony’s extensive leadership experience and proven ability to navigate complex, global organisations through all facets of the regulatory and legal landscape make him an exceptional addition to Everest,” said Jim Williamson, Everest president and chief executive.

“His insight and guidance will be invaluable as we advance our long-term growth strategy, continuing our focus on delivering value to our clients, partners, and shareholders.”