London, 5 May 2026. Colin Kirkpatrick has been appointed as UK Healthcare Leader, Lockton Europe, effective 21 September 2026.
Colin will be based in London and will join Lockton’s Retail division with over 20 years of experience in healthcare, insurance and broking. Colin is currently Director, Insurance and Partnerships at the Medical Protection Society. He has spent over a decade in international leadership roles, including in Hong Kong, Malaysia, P.R. China and in the UAE. Colin’s depth of experience and global perspectives will deliver diverse counsel for Lockton’s UK healthcare clients.
As the world’s largest independent insurance broker, Lockton provides healthcare insurance services, ranging from medical indemnity to comprehensive healthcare business insurance. Significant investment is being made to bring world-class services to UK corporate healthcare clients in addition to the range of services delivered to an established client base.
Jacob Bedi, Partner at Lockton LLP, said: “Healthcare remains a key cornerstone of our UK business, and I am delighted to welcome Colin to lead our Practice. Colin’s vast experience will help our broad range of clients navigate the challenges and risks facing this sector.”
Colin Kirkpatrick said: “I’m looking forward to helping shape the next chapter of Lockton’s healthcare sector ambitions, building on the team’s expertise to deliver world-class outcomes for clients. With inspiring leadership, clear vision, independence, stability, and a supportive, inclusive culture, I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work alongside Lockton’s highly talented colleagues."
Lockton has a globally connected Healthcare Practice that works seamlessly to provide global expertise and local insights. Under Colin’s leadership, the UK Practice will work with leading specialist insurers worldwide to deliver insurance products that protect clients while paving the way for growth opportunities. For more information about Lockton’s Healthcare Practice, click here (opens a new window).
About Lockton
What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes us better: independence. Lockton’s private ownership empowers its 13,100+ Associates doing business in more than 155+ countries to focus solely on clients’ risk and insurance needs. With expertise that reaches around the globe, Lockton delivers the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results. For more information, visit www.lockton.com. (opens a new window)