Axa has appointed Rob Kurau as its new chief risk officer for Axa-Global Healthcare and Axa Life & Health reinsurance solutions to strengthen its approach to managing risks.
Kurau has over 20 years of experience in risk management and has developed and implemented robust frameworks globally across transformation programmes.
He has held roles across international corporate and retail financial services, international payment infrastructures, as well as various healthcare providers.
Axa – Global Healthcare CEO Xavier Lestrade says: “At Axa – Global Healthcare, we’re on a mission to transform global health insurance and deliver unparalleled services and support to our members worldwide.
“Rob’s vast expertise in risk management, governance, and strategic leadership, both in the UK and on a global scale, will play a pivotal role in strengthening our approach to risk and ensuring we continue to deliver innovative, reliable solutions to our clients worldwide.
“His appointment comes at a time when the importance of robust risk management has never been greater. With a wealth of experience in risk management, we look forward to his insights and leadership as we continue to build a resilient and robust organisation.”
Kurau says: “AXA – Global Healthcare has a strong reputation for innovation and delivering exceptional solutions for its customers and I’m pleased to be joining the team and look forward to strengthening our risk management processes and frameworks.”
