Julie Hamilton – Aon’s National D&O Practice Group Leader, Australia
Julie Hamilton serves as the National Directors & Officers (D&O) Practice Leader at Aon Risk Services Australia. In this capacity, she leads Aon’s D&O liability practice, offering strategic guidance to clients on managing executive risk exposures.
Her role encompasses advising on D&O insurance program design, market engagement, and risk mitigation strategies tailored to the evolving regulatory and litigation landscape in Australia.
Hamilton has been instrumental in providing insights into the Australian D&O insurance market, particularly during periods of market transition. She has highlighted trends such as increased competition among insurers, opportunities for cost savings, and the impact of emerging risks like cyber governance, ESG obligations, and AI-related liabilities on D&O coverage. Her analyses assist organizations in reassessing their coverage requirements and aligning their insurance programs with current market conditions.
In addition to her leadership at Aon, Hamilton contributes to industry discussions on directors’ and officers’ liabilities. She has chaired seminars focusing on the risks and responsibilities faced by corporate leaders, emphasizing the importance of robust governance frameworks and proactive risk management in safeguarding against potential liabilities.
