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Natalie Cameron named AFCA lead ombudsman

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 7 JUL 2022
... initially as a lawyer, then as general counsel, before she became chief operating officer and subsequently chief group insurance officer. For two years, she was also the chief executive of AIA New Zealand.

Findex promotes new regional partners

CHLOE WALKER  |  WEDNESDAY, 6 JUL 2022
... regional clients. The expertise of new partners spans across wealth management, business advisory, tax advisory, risk insurance, audit and consulting sectors. Across wealth management, promotions were handed to Brett Sibbison, Craig Godfrey, David Catt ...

MSCI launches emissions measuring tool

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 6 JUL 2022
... targets for their financed emissions against a baseline, aligning this with their net zero commitments within banking, insurance, and investments. MSCI global head of ESG and climate Eric Moen said the introduction of climate-related regulation paired ...

WTW appoints head of due diligence, and private equity Australasia M&A

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 6 JUL 2022
... play a key role in further building WTW's private equity capabilities," he explained. "Through such activities as insurance due diligence, integration and 100-day plans, Sarah will assist private equity clients throughout their investment lifecycle ...

TWUSUPER adds fee to combat cross subsidisation

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 5 JUL 2022
The super fund will begin charging insured members an administration fee to make costs fairer for those without insurance. From August 1, TWUSUPER members with insurance cover will be charged 3% of their gross insurance premiums each month as a separate ...

Frank Casarotti gives his notice

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  TUESDAY, 5 JUL 2022
... in distribution for Colonial First State. His career dates back to 1979 when he started working at Australian Eagle Insurance Group, another employer whom he stayed with for more than a decade. In a statement, he said the decision to retire is a reflection ...

Dodge volatility, invest in global equities: Report

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  TUESDAY, 5 JUL 2022
... provision for bad loans will increase, but it's coming off very low levels and thus we will see some normalisation." "Insurance companies look relatively attractive, he added, and some technology stocks present an opportunity - but they must have strong ...

MLC Life appoints chief risk officer

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 1 JUL 2022
... previously served as Zurich Financial Services' risk chief, overseeing all elements of the business including life insurance and superannuation. "I'm delighted to welcome Jane to MLC Life Insurance. She is a seasoned and experienced chief risk ...

CareSuper grows leadership team

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 29 JUN 2022
... leading the digital, engagement and customer experience functions of the fund, including member communication, education, insurance, and advice. It's a new role for the fund's leadership team, with CareSuper chief executive Julie Lander explaining that ...

MLC Life enhances income product range

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 29 JUN 2022
MLC Life Insurance has made improvements to its Income Assure and Income Assure+ products following adviser feedback. As a response to cost-of-living pressures, MLC has afforded customers the option to 'inflation proof' their cover to ensure ...