Overview
Marsh is a global insurance broking and risk advisory organisation that forms part of Marsh McLennan, a professional services group specialising in risk, strategy and people. Its origins date to 1905, when Henry W. Marsh and Donald R. McLennan combined their insurance brokerage businesses in Chicago. Over time, Marsh expanded internationally and developed into one of the world’s largest providers of insurance broking, risk management and advisory services.
The organisation’s purpose is to help clients navigate uncertainty and manage complex risks. Marsh states that it aims to build confidence through the application of expertise, data, analytics and professional advice across a wide range of industries and geographies.
Mission and focus areas
Marsh focuses on insurance broking, risk management, cybersecurity, resilience, climate risk, regulatory risk and strategic advisory services. It works with corporations, governments, institutions and other organisations to identify, assess and mitigate risks that may affect financial performance, operations and long-term sustainability.
The organisation contributes to sustainable business practices through its work on climate risk, resilience planning, emerging risks and governance issues. Its advisory services help organisations understand how environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors may influence risk exposure, business continuity and investment decisions.
Structure and governance
Marsh operates as the flagship insurance broking and risk advisory business within Marsh McLennan. The broader group includes four major businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman, each specialising in different aspects of risk, consulting and advisory services.
The organisation is guided by executive leadership and corporate governance frameworks established by Marsh McLennan. It operates through regional and sector-based teams, enabling it to provide local expertise while drawing on global resources, analytics and specialist knowledge.
Programs and offerings
Marsh provides insurance broking, risk consulting, cyber risk services, climate and sustainability risk advisory, captive insurance solutions, analytics and alternative risk financing services. Its specialists support clients in assessing operational, financial, technological and environmental risks.
In addition to advisory services, Marsh produces research reports, risk insights, industry analyses and practical guidance for decision-makers. These resources help organisations understand emerging trends, regulatory developments and evolving risk landscapes, making them particularly relevant for finance professionals, risk managers and sustainability practitioners.
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