Paul Smeaton
Chief Executive Officer New Zealand
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#About Paul
Paul Smeaton is Suncorp’s Chief Executive Officer Suncorp New Zealand. He is responsible for the strategy and operational delivery of Suncorp’s New Zealand business, which includes the Vero, Asteron Life and AA Life brands. Paul is also a Director of Vero Liability, AA Insurance and the Deputy Chair of the Insurance Council of New Zealand.
Paul joined Suncorp in 1994 and has held senior positions in information technology, corporate projects, human resources and general insurance. Prior to this he worked in the UK in banking, stock broking and funds management as well as insurance.
Paul has a passion for leading transformational change, which has been evident during his diverse career at Suncorp.
#Board of Directors
Christine McLoughlin
Chairman & Non-executive Director
Steve Johnston
Group Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director
Audette Exel AO
Non-executive Director
Sylvia Falzon
Non-executive Director
Elmer Funke Kupper
Non-executive Director
Ian Hammond
Non-executive Director
Sally Herman
Non-executive Director
Simon Machell
Non-executive Director
Dr Douglas McTaggart
Non-executive Director
Lindsay Tanner
Non-executive Director
#Senior Executives
Steve Johnston
Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Jeremy Robson
Group Chief Financial Officer
Gary Dransfield
Chief Executive Officer Insurance
Lisa Harrison
Chief Customer and Digital Officer
Bruce Rush
Acting Chief Executive Officer Banking & Wealth
Amanda Revis
Chief People Experience Officer
Paul Smeaton
Chief Executive Officer New Zealand
Fiona Thompson
Chief Risk Officer
Belinda Speirs
Group General Counsel