ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., June 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE: AJG) today announced the acquisition of Total Reward Group in Kent, England. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Founded in 2005, Total Reward Group is a UK consultancy offering remuneration support, executive search, interim placement and corporate training for reward professionals throughout the world. Based in Kent, its consultants work with global brands, mid-size firms, public and third sector organizations across a range of industrial sectors. Mark Childs and his associates will continue to operate from their current location under the direction of Leslie Lemenager, head of Gallagher's international employee benefit consulting and brokerage operations.

"Total Reward Group's expertise in compensation consulting and global mobility will deepen our international benefit capabilities, enhancing our ability to deliver broad solutions to current and future clients in the UK and around the world," said J. Patrick Gallagher, Jr., Chairman, President and CEO. "We are thrilled to welcome Mark and his associates to our growing Gallagher family of professionals."

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., an international insurance brokerage and risk management services firm, is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, has operations in 33 countries and offers client service capabilities in more than 150 countries around the world through a network of correspondent brokers and consultants.



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