Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) Network Announces New UK Partnership with Unum Limited for Group Risk

Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) Network announces a new strategic partnership in the United Kingdom, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing its International Employee Benefits offer.

• Unum joins Generali Employee Benefits Network as its new employee benefits partner in the UK market for Group Risk products.
• Generali UK branch transfers the renewal rights of its employee benefits (Group Risk) business to Unum
• Generali UK branch employee benefits team to be welcomed to Unum

Following a thorough and comprehensive selection process, Unum has secured the renewal rights of Generali UK’s Employee Benefits business, encompassing its Group Risk products.

Unum, which is also welcoming the experienced Generali UK branch employee benefits team, will administer Generali UK Employee Benefits’ in-force policies and claims to ensure continuity of service, relationship management, and a seamless transition for all customers.

Through this partnership, GEB aims at solidifying its leading position in the market, by serving its multinational clients, their employees, and consulting partners with a comprehensive range of solutions, exceptional service, and innovative approaches.

Unum’s expertise and reputation in workplace health and protection, combined with GEB’s global reach in employee benefits, signals the start of an exciting partnership for the two companies.

Ludovic Bayard, CEO of Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) Network, stated: “Welcoming Unum into the GEB Network reflects our strategic ambition and unwavering dedication to sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Both Unum and GEB value long-term partnerships built on integrity and mutual trust and share a relentless focus to “Deliver on the Promise”, one of Generali’s key Values centred around improving lives.

By partnering with Unum, a leading employee benefits provider in the UK market, we are significantly strengthening our position in the UK, in the International EB business arena and in our commitment to delivering best-in-class and innovative solutions to our captives and multinational clients.”

Mark Till, CEO of Unum UK, commented: “This acquisition, combined with the expansion of our operations, strengthens our commitment to delivering high- quality workplace protection benefits and exceptional customer experiences. We're proud to already protect millions of individuals across the UK, and we’re looking forward to working in partnership with GEB to extend our products and services to even more people.”

Unum becomes part of the GEB Network with immediate effect. Generali UK Group Risk policies will commence with Unum once terms have been accepted before or at the policyholder’s next rate review. GEB and Unum will seek approval under Part VII of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 for transfer of the remaining Generali UK EB policies and claims. The above is subject to regulatory approvals at the appropriate stages.