The LMA Finance Committee serves as a key advisory body to the LMA Board, focusing on financial matters that affect member firms and the broader Lloyd’s market. Its remit encompasses all areas typically overseen by managing agent CFOs and Finance Directors, including external reporting, performance management, expense analysis, capital planning and investment oversight.
The committee plays a critical role in:
In addition to advising the LMA Board on developments in market performance, capital, expenses, Lloyd’s budgeting and member-help funds in trust arrangements, the Finance Committee also oversees several standing groups covering a range of issues relating to tax, actuarial, treasury and investments.
The LMA Finance Committee addresses a broad spectrum of financial matters that impact managing agents and the Lloyd’s market as a whole. Its current focus includes
Evaluating financial and capital management proposals to identify potential implications for LMA members and guide future readiness.
Developing informed responses to financial issues and making strategic recommendations to the LMA Board and relevant bodies.
Responding to consultations issued by Lloyd’s, the PRA and other regulatory authorities affecting financial reporting or tax.
Tracking developments such as Solvency UK and assessing their operational and financial impact on member firms.
Engaging with Lloyd’s senior management on issues requiring expert financial insight from the managing agent community.
Providing practitioner support to Lloyd’s Taxation Department in their discussions with HMRC and other overseas taxation authorities.
Collaborating with the Committee of Actuaries in the Lloyd’s Market (CALM) to evaluate the financial implications of actuarial developments.
Facilitating dialogue between managing agent finance teams and external stakeholders, including auditors and investment professionals.
Coordinating the education and technical training needs of the finance community in the market through the LMA Academy and other learning providers.
Notable projects
Over the next 12 months, the LMA Finance Committee is focused on delivering key initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and operational effectiveness across the Lloyd’s market. These include: