Omni Protect has appointed Dave Butler as head of protection development.

Butler brings over 25 years’ experience in the protection sector, most recently with L&G.

Previously, he has held senior roles in business development and proposition design at AIG, Zurich, and Vitality.

In the newly created role at Omni Protect, Butler will grow and evolve Omni Protect’s proposition.

Commenting on Butler’s appointment, Omni Protect managing director Emma Vaughan says: “I’ve long admired Dave’s strong track record of delivering practical, insight-led solutions for advisers and their clients.”

“Six months on from the launch of Omni Protect, this is an exciting time for both our business and the wider sector, and I’m absolutely delighted to welcome Dave to the team as we continue to deliver better financial outcomes to all.”

Butler adds: “Having worked alongside Emma and the team for a number of years, this role feels like a natural fit. The BDM team at Omni Protect has so much knowledge and experience and, combined with the valuable work being undertaken by our partners, we really can make a material difference.“