AXA UK has appointed Kevin Murray as group COO. Murray reports directly to Paul Evans, group chief executive of AXA UK, and is a member of the AXA UK Executive Committee.
Murray joined from AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company where he was chief information officer. Previously he has held a number of leadership roles in the technology industry and has significant experience in delivering strategic and cost-efficient IT solutions. Since joining AXA Equitable in 2005, he has made a major contribution at AXA Equitable in North America.
Prior to joining AXA Equitable in 2005, he served as CIO for Domestic General Insurance and held senior Information Technology positions at both J.P. Morgan and Cap Cities / ABC.
Commenting on his appointment, Murray said:
“I am very pleased to join AXA UK and to the get chance to work and make an impact in Europe. It’s a wonderful opportunity to take part in shaping the future of AXA in the UK and expand my experience in business operations. The position gives me the chance to merge technology and operational efficiencies and I am ready and excited to begin this opportunity.”
Paul Evans, group chief executive of AXA UK, said:
“We are delighted to welcome someone of Kevin Murray’s considerable talents and vision to our group. He leaves a significant legacy at AXA Equitable and we look forward to his dynamism helping to shape a bright future for AXA UK.”
Kevin Murray takes up his post with immediate effect.
Source : AXA Press Release
