Toronto-based insurer Sun Life has announced the appointment of a chief risk officer for Asia.
Sun Life has appointed Niall Grady as chief risk officer for Asia, according to a statement, effective September 16. In the role, he will support the acceleration of the Canadian insurer's strategy and growth aspirations in the region through active risk management and coordinated risk initiatives. He will also play a pivotal role in effective governance and ensuring synergies across Asia.
Grady has over 20 years of leadership experience in enterprise, operational and investment risk management and compliance in financial services. He was most recently working at Hong Kong-headquartered insurer FWD Group in roles including chief compliance and investment risk officer as well as chief compliance and operational risk officer.
«Niall’s arrival marks a significant advancement in our ongoing journey to enhance our risk management framework furthering our company’s commitment to achieving secure and thriving growth in Asia,» commented Tom Murphy, EVP and chief risk officer at Sun Life. «Niall's leadership and experience will support us in achieving our growth ambitions in Asia.»
