Lenders’ mortgage insurer Helia says new CEO Mark Senkevics has taken up his role, replacing interim chief Michael Cant.

“With more than 30 years of insurance and reinsurance industry experience across the Asia-Pacific region, Mark is well placed to lead Helia … We also farewell Michael as he concludes his time as interim CEO and, prior to that, as CFO,” Helia said on LinkedIn.

Former Steadfast underwriting agencies head Mr Senkevics was appointed in June. He has also held senior roles at Swiss Re, including head of Australia and New Zealand and head of property and casualty underwriting for the Asia-Pacific region.

Mr Senkevics says he is “excited to lead [Helia] into its next chapter. I look forward to getting to know the team and working closely with our customers and partners in the months ahead.”