John is an independent non executive director. He has over 3 decades of experience in the insurance sector and is a finance and risk specialist. He is the former Chief Risk Officer of AVIVA plc and Chief Financial Officer and Chief Actuary of its UK life and savings business. He was the former chairman of the Risk committee of Delta Lloyd Limited, Netherlands, prior to its sale to the NN Group. He has significant experience and knowledge across a number of areas including capital management, risk management and regulatory engagement.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Statistics from the University of Wales, Cardiff and Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries
Other directorships: John is chairman of the Risk committee at Phoenix Life and a director of Pacific Life Re in the UK.
Board committees: Actuarial (Chairperson); Audit; Corporate Governance and Nominations; Risk (Chairperson)