JAMES LECOUTRE
james.lecoutre@dwsimpson.com
Partner, Asia Pacific

James joined DW Simpson’s office in Sydney in 2006. Originally from London, UK, James has many years experience in both the Insurance and Recruitment industries. As a Partner in our Asia Pacific business James is responsible for the continued development of our business throughout this region.

James started his career in the City of London in 1992 and spent 7 years learning the Insurance market, first as a Fine Art and Jewellery broker with Jardines, then as an Underwriter with Reliance National.

James entered into the recruitment industry in 1999 and joined a start up specialist actuarial recruitment company where he was instrumental in their success as a market leading recruitment firm in London. Prior to moving to Sydney, James also worked for the largest dedicated insurance recruitment firm in London where he was responsible for establishing and growing a specialist actuarial desk.

James has been successful in placing actuarial candidates from student to partner level within General Insurance, Life Assurance, Pensions & Investments.

Outside of work, James is a keen golfer and also enjoys deep sea fishing, surfing and drinking!