NHBC, the UK’s largest provider of new home warranties and insurance, has appointed Caroline Eyre to the newly created role of Head of Portfolio Management.
Caroline will oversee the underwriting portfolio, ensuring risk appetite and strategy are translated into disciplined portfolio decisions.
With a background in civil engineering Caroline has clocked up more than 20 years’ experience in construction insurance across major international insurers, Lloyd’s syndicates and various specialist businesses.
Caroline joins NHBC from Allied World, where she held a Vice President role, having previously been Deputy CUO Specialty Lines and Head of Construction & LDI at Aviva. She has also undertaken various leadership posts at CNA Hardy, Zurich and SCOR and served for over 15 years in the Reserve Forces reaching the rank of Major in the Royal Engineers.
Caroline Eyre, Head of Portfolio Management at NHBC commented: “I’m excited to be joining NHBC and look forward to helping strengthen its role in the delivery of high-quality homes and supporting the wider home-building industry. I’m committed to developing people and improving performance and will be applying my wide industry experience to drive profitability and reduce risk.”
Peter Vasey, Chief Underwriting officer at NHBC commented: “We’re pleased to welcome Caroline to NHBC. Her combination of construction and insurance expertise, strategic leadership experience and strong understanding of risk makes her an excellent addition to our senior leadership team. Caroline has previously been recognised by the Women in Insurance Awards, proof of her of her considerable skills and commitment.”
Caroline’s employment at NHBC as Head of Portfolio Management commenced 01 October 2026.
