Arch Insurance Australia appoints Southern Region PI Underwriting Manager

Arch Insurance Australia announced the appointment of Carey Sturgiss to the role of Southern Region Professional Indemnity (PI) Underwriting Manager, effective immediately.

In this role, Sturgiss is responsible for overseeing the underwriting activities across the southern region PI portfolio, spanning Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Western Australia. Based in Melbourne, she reports to Aisling Hegarty, Head of PI.

Most recently a Senior PI Underwriter, Sturgiss brings more than 25 years’ insurance market experience to the role. She joined Arch in 2025 and has previously held underwriting roles at Chubb, CGU, Allianz and QBE.

“Carey has quickly built strong relationships with brokers across the southern region, bringing valuable technical insight, an analytical approach and a deep understanding of the local market. I am confident that Carey will continue to strengthen our relevance and presence in the southern region and support the ongoing growth of Arch’s PI business across Australia.” – Aisling Hegarty, Head of PI, Arch Insurance Australia.