KPMG in Ireland

Inside Insurance – Navigating Solvency II Reform – Pillar 3

In our third Inside Insurance – Navigating Solvency II Reform video, Eoin King and Sinead Heavey explore what the upcoming Pillar 3 changes could mean for Irish insurers ahead of the January 2027 implementation date. The discussion covers key impacts across the SFCR, RSR and QRTs.
Please reach out to us if you have any questions or would like to explore any aspects of upcoming changes in more detail.

Inside Insurance – Navigating Solvency II Reform – Pillar 2

In our second Inside Insurance - Navigating Solvency II Reform video, Eoin King, Clara McDonald and Sinead Heavey discuss what the Solvency II Pillar 2 changes could mean for Irish insurers ahead of adoption date in January 2027.
If you would like to learn more or discuss any aspect of the upcoming changes, please get in touch with the team.
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Inside Insurance – Navigating Solvency II Reform – Pillar 1

In this edition of Inside Insurance, we examine the upcoming Solvency II changes, focusing on Pillar 1. KPMG experts Eoin King, Cherith Caffrey and Sinead Heavey discuss the key areas of change and what they may mean for insurers.
If you would like to learn more or discuss any aspect of the upcoming changes, please get in touch with the team.

Inside Insurance - London Market Insights & Softening Trends - Episode 17

In this episode of Inside Insurance, Jean Rea sits down with Fergal Dolan, Partner in KPMG UK’s actuarial services practice and an approved Chief Actuary for Lloyd’s. They explore the latest developments in the London Market, including the shift from a hard market to softening conditions, the impact on reserving and pricing strategies, and what insurers can expect as we approach year-end 2025.
 
With insights on market cycles, operational optimisation, and the role of technology and AI in managing expense lines, Fergal shares practical steps for insurers to navigate change and seize opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Food for thought – Conversations with Auditors, Season 3, Episode 3

In Season 3, Episode 3 of Conversations with Auditors, Tom McEvoy, Head of Food and Agribusiness at KPMG in Ireland and Eoin O’Brien, Audit Principal, KPMG in Ireland, delve into the forces and trends shaping the food and agri industry in Ireland today.

A day in the life of a forensic accountant - Conversations with Auditors, Season 3, Episode 2

In Season 3, Episode 2 of Conversations with Auditors, KPMG’s forensic specialist Katherine Gillespie walks us through a typical day, from investigating fraud and misconduct to supporting litigation and regulatory reviews.

Inside Insurance - Tech Innovation & Industry Disruption - Episode 16

In this episode of Inside Insurance, Jean Rea sits down with Gary Leyden, Managing Director of Instech.ie and a driving force behind innovation in the insurance sector. They explore how technology is reshaping insurance, the role of insurtech in accelerating digital transformation, and what this means for the future of the industry. With a track record of fostering start-ups and scaling tech solutions, Gary offers unique insights into emerging trends, collaboration opportunities, and the next wave of disruption in insurance.

Inside Insurance - Special Focus on the EU AI Act - Episode 15

We're back with a brand-new episode of Inside Insurance, and on this episode we deep dive into one of the most transformative regulatory developments in recent years: the EU AI Act. Joining us for this insightful conversation is Sean Redmond, Director at KPMG and leader of our AI Risk and Regulatory team, alongside Jean Rea, Partner at KPMG. Together, they unpack the implications of this landmark legislation and what it means for insurers.

Ireland: Dispensary to the world - Conversations with Auditors, Season 3, Episode 1

We explore the evolution of Ireland’s life sciences and healthcare sector — from manufacturing roots to global innovation hub. Hear from Sean O’Keefe, our former Head of Life Sciences Audit, as he discusses how regulatory developments, investment trends, and shifts in supply chains are reshaping the industry.

Inside Insurance - Climate Risk Meets Insurance Innovation - Episode 14

Jean Rea from KPMG takes the lead alongside Dr Barry O’Dwyer, Director in KPMG Sustainable Futures, for an insightful and timely conversation focused on natural catastrophes and the modelling behind them. Together, they explore how the Central Bank of Ireland are shaping climate risk strategies and what that means for insurers on the ground. Barry joins to give a compelling look at how climate change is already impacting the insurance sector in Ireland—bringing real context to an increasingly urgent challenge. If you’re working in insurance, sustainability, finance—or just interested in how climate risk is changing the game—this video packs essential insight into where things are headed.