26 Jun 2012 15:50
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE: MMC), a global professional services firm providing advice and solutions in risk, strategy and human capital, announced today that Paula McGlarry has been named General Counsel of Oliver Wyman Group, the Company's management consulting subsidiary. Ms. McGlarry reports to Peter J. Beshar, Executive Vice President & General Counsel of Marsh & McLennan Companies, and John Drzik, President and CEO of Oliver Wyman.
Ms. McGlarry also joins the Oliver Wyman Group Management Committee and the Oliver Wyman Global Leadership Team. In addition to leading Oliver Wyman's global legal team and advising the firm's leaders on legal matters, Paula will continue to provide counsel on acquisitions and strategic hires in support of the firm's growth strategy.
"Since she joined the company in 2003, Paula has distinguished herself as a strategic legal advisor, a skilled project leader, and a wonderful manager. I look forward to her expanded contributions to the Marsh & McLennan Companies legal department as the General Counsel of Oliver Wyman Group," said Mr. Beshar.
"Paula brings deep legal expertise, sound business judgment, and a collaborative spirit to this role. She will be a great addition to our leadership team as we continue to build Oliver Wyman," said Mr. Drzik.
Ms. McGlarry, who is based in New York, joined the Oliver Wyman Legal team in 2003 and was appointed Deputy General Counsel in 2010. She also served as the firm's Acting Chief Risk & Compliance Officer in 2011. Prior to joining Oliver Wyman, Ms. McGlarry was a mergers and acquisitions lawyer at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius. She holds an A.B. in psychology and political science from Duke University and a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law.
About Oliver Wyman Group
OLIVER WYMAN GROUP comprises Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting, Lippincott, a leading brand strategy and design consultancy, and NERA, a leading provider of economic analysis regarding complex business and legal issues. Oliver Wyman Group's 3,500 professionals serve the firm's clients from 50+ offices in 25 countries. Oliver Wyman Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies [NYSE: MMC]. For more information, visit www.oliverwymangroup.com.
About Marsh & McLennan Companies
MARSH & MCLENNAN COMPANIES (NYSE: MMC) is a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. Marsh is a global leader in insurance broking and risk management; Guy Carpenter is a global leader in providing risk and reinsurance intermediary services; Mercer is a global leader in human resource consulting and related services; and Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. Marsh & McLennan Companies' 53,000 colleagues worldwide provide analysis, advice and transactional capabilities to clients in more than 100 countries. The Company prides itself on being a responsible corporate citizen and making a positive impact in the communities in which it operates. Visit www.mmc.com for more information.
Media:Marsh & McLennan CompaniesLaura Cora, +1-212-345-2731laura.cora@mmc.comorOliver Wyman GroupChris Schmidt, +1-617-424-3552chris.schmidt@oliverwyman.comorInvestor:Marsh & McLennan CompaniesScott Douglas, +1-212-345-5488scott.d.douglas@mmc.com
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