M&G : appoints Matt Mansour as Chief Technology and AI Officer

M&G plc today announces the appointment of Matt Mansour as Chief Technology and AI Officer, subject to regulatory approval.

Matt will join on Wednesday 16 September and lead its technology function, overseeing the delivery of the Group's technology, digital and AI strategy. As a member of the Group Executive Committee, he will be responsible for driving innovation and cyber security, and ensuring technology continues to support M&G's strategic growth ambitions, customer experience and regulatory requirements.

He will report to Group CEO, Andrea Rossi, replacing Chris Cochrane who is stepping down from his role at the end of July after eight years with the firm.

Matt brings more than 30 years of international experience leading large-scale technology, digital, operations and business transformation programmes across the financial services sector. Most recently, he's been consulting at SMBC Group as COO for AI Enablement and Next Gen Technology. Matt was also part of the founding executive team for innovative AI start-up, kAIgentic, where he is now a strategic adviser.

Prior to this, he spent seven years at QBE Insurance, where he was Group Executive for Technology and Operations and previously Group Chief Information Officer.

During his career, Matt has delivered complex transformation programmes, modernised technology platforms, strengthened cyber capabilities and applied digital and AI technologies to improve business outcomes.

Prior to QBE, Matt held a number of senior leadership roles at Barclays, including Chief Technology Information Security Officer and Group Chief Technology Architect and Head of Application Services. Earlier in his career, he spent more than a decade at General Electric, where he held a range of CIO, digital, transformation and operational leadership roles across Australia and New Zealand.

Andrea Rossi, Group Chief Executive Officer, said: "Technology, data and AI will play an increasingly important role in supporting our growth ambitions, enhancing the experience we deliver for clients and colleagues, and helping us operate more efficiently and effectively. Matt brings deep technology expertise, significant leadership experience and a strong track record of delivering transformation at scale. I am delighted to welcome him to M&G and look forward to working with him as we continue to modernise and simplify our business."

Matt Mansour said: "I am delighted to be joining M&G to help shape the next phase of the firm's technology and AI journey. As technology continues to transform our industry, the thoughtful application of AI has great potential to unlock long-term value for clients, shareholders and employees. M&G has a strong heritage and a clear focus on innovation. I look forward to working with colleagues across the business to support M&G's growth ambitions and help deliver future success."