Willis

London, UK, November 19, 2008 - Willis Group Holdings (NYSE: WSH), the global insurance broker, today announced the appointment of Philip Reynolds as an advisor to its Property Investors Division.

In 1995, Reynolds created and built the Royal & SunAlliance (RSA) Property Investors Unit into the industry-leading provider of insurance solutions for commercial property investors. He is seen as a customer relationship expert, with a reputation for delivering excellent client service through dedicated client-focussed teams.

In his new role, Reynolds will report to John Dilley, Managing Director of the Willis Property Investors Division. Drawing on his extensive business experience, Reynolds will provide advice and guidance on the development of Willis' strategy for further enhancing client service and relationship management, with particular emphasis on consultation with senior property market figures.

Reynolds has over 37 years experience in the insurance industry, and during that time worked exclusively for RSA in many varied roles throughout the UK.

He is well known in the London Property and Insurance Markets and has been actively involved in industry bodies as Vice President of the Insurance Institute of London and a member of the European committee of the Association of British Insurers. Reynolds is a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Insurers.

Welcoming Reynolds to the team, John Dilley said, "Securing the experience and knowledge of someone with Philip's reputation further enhances our service offering and commitment to the property investment market."

Commenting on his appointment, Reynolds said, "Although my career has been with one leading insurer, I have for many years admired Willis" client focus and their drive to be the best in the highly specialised segment of property investors business. I am delighted to be able to help them build on their own excellent reputation.

Willis Group Holdings Limited is a leading global insurance broker, developing and delivering professional insurance, reinsurance, risk management, financial and human resource consulting and actuarial services to corporations, public entities and institutions around the world. Willis has more than 400 offices in nearly 120 countries, with a global team of approximately 20,000 Associates serving clients in some 190 countries. Additional information on Willis may be found at www.willis.com.