Patrick McBride was appointed as Head of International Construction in Zurich’s Global Specialty Construction & Surety team in April 2026. In this role, Patrick leads Zurich’s international Construction operations, with responsibility for strategic growth across the UK, Continental Europe, Canada, the Middle East and Africa, Latin America, and the Asia Pacific region. He oversees a global team of regional leaders, supported by country heads and underwriting teams. Prior to this role, Patrick McBride served as the Head of Construction Property for U.S. Specialties at Zurich North America, leading the organisation's national efforts in Construction Property.