Matthew Luxford will lead Bellinger Claims – the new name for third-party claims administrator AIAP.

Sydney-based Mr Luxford has previously held senior positions at Suncorp and IAG.

Bellinger now operates independently from Gow-Gates Insurance Brokers, with “clear operational, structural and management” separation, the brokerage’s CEO Tom Gow-Gates says.

“In two years of operation, Bellinger has established meaningful scale, revenue and key client relationships,” he said.

“With Matt’s leadership, and a new brand that better reflects what the business has become, we’re excited about what comes next.”