W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) has appointed John Enright as president of Berkley Specialty London and chief executive officer of W. R. Berkley Syndicate Management Limited, the Lloyd's managing agent for W. R. Berkley Syndicate 1967. The appointment is effective July 1, 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

Enright, who most recently served as Berkley Specialty London's chief operating officer, has nearly 20 years of experience in the insurance industry across strategy, operations, finance, and technology, with a focus on the London and international markets.

He succeeds James Hastings, who will remain in a corporate role at Berkley and support the transition.

W. Robert Berkley, Jr., chairman, president and chief executive officer of W. R. Berkley Corporation, said, "John is a proven executive with deep expertise in the London and international markets, who is well-suited to lead the talented team at Berkley Specialty London. We are fortunate to have him step into the role of president. James has done a tremendous job in moving the business forward over the last five years, and we are pleased that he will continue to share his talent and expertise with the broader group."