Aviva announced its appointment of Charlotte Jones as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer on Monday.
Aviva’s announcement follows former CFO Jason Windsor’s departure in January 2022 after his acceptance of the CFO position at Persimmon.
“I have had 11 tremendous years at Aviva, but the time is now right for the challenge of a new sector, and I am hugely excited at the opportunity of being part of Persimmon,” said Windsor back in January.
“I wish Amanda and the rest of Aviva all the best for the future. I am very proud of what we have achieved over the last 18 months.”
Jones’ appointment is scheduled to take effect from 5 September 2022, and follows her position as CFO of RSA Insurance and Interim CEO and of the RSA UK and International business.
Aviva highlighted Charlotte Jones’ previous work experience in finance, including as CFO of Jupiter Fund Management, in which her responsibilities extended to membership on the Board and the Executive Committee with responsibility over finance and corporate strategy.
Jones was also the Head of Group Finance at the Credit Suisse Group and Deputy Group CFO at Deutsche Bank Group.
Her appointment will be confirmed pending approval by the Prudential Regulation Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority.
“This is a really excellent appointment for Aviva,” said Aviva CEO Amanda Blanc.
“Charlotte is a highly experienced CFO with an impressive track record across the insurance and asset management industries.”
“She is an exceptional addition to Aviva and will play a central role as we accelerate our performance and grow.”
Jones added: “”Aviva is both an amazing brand and a business really focused on delivery, and so the opportunity to join as CFO is fantastic.”
“I look forward to working with Amanda and the team, and making Aviva the undisputed market leader in insurance, wealth and retirement.”
Aviva Canada CFO Colin Simpson is set to act as interim CFO until the company welcome Jones to the position in September.
Aviva shares were down 0.5% to 442p in early morning trading on Monday.
