Axa UK & Ireland has appointed Tara Foley as its new chief executive.
Foley, who is currently CEO of Axa’s UK retail insurance division, will take on the new role from 1 September.
She has been in this role for almost three years and during this period have overseen a number of projects including the launch of the company’s ‘digital disrupter’ Moja.
Prior to joining Axa, Foley worked for Lloyds Banking Group, most recently as managing director for the Bank of Scotland. She has also held roles at Deutsche Bank and Accenture.
Foley succeeds Claudio Gienal who has been appointed chief transformation officer for Axa European Markets and Health.
Axa UK chairman Mark Pain welcomed the appointment saying Foley has successfully transformed the Axa retail business for customers and colleagues. He adds: “With her leadership skills and understanding of the insurance landscape combined with her diverse customer-centric experience, we are confident that Axa UK & Ireland will continue to thrive and grow under her guidance.”