Aviso Specialty has launched its mergers and acquisitions practice led by former Marsh Pacific head of M&A Kane Sim.

The Envest-backed broker says the practice will support clients across the investment life cycle, with solutions including warranty and indemnity, tax liability and contingent risk covers.

“As investors navigate tighter timelines and increasingly complex risk environments, the launch reflects the growing role of insurance in deal execution,” Aviso Specialty said.

Mr Sim became head of M&A last month, according to his LinkedIn. His previous roles also include time at PwC as M&A director and solicitor.

Aviso Specialty CEO Josh Roach says Mr Sim “brings exactly the type of specialist leadership we’re building across the business – combining technical excellence with a strong track record of delivering outcomes for clients”.

In a separate announcement, the broker says former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has joined as a consultant to “support high-performance initiatives across the business for our clients, trading partners and people. Working alongside our team on key initiatives, Michael will be closely involved in the business and contribute his world-class experience to further strengthen our winning culture and continued growth.”