Jonathan Pears

Experience:

Jonathan joins Phoenix as Group Chief Risk Officer having previously served in the same role at Standard Life. Prior to joining Risk Jonathan was Chief Actuary with responsibility for the Actuarial Function including the management of Standard Life’s with profits funds, investment strategy and capital management. Jonathan has worked at Standard Life for 22 years and has held a variety of roles in Finance, Marketing and Operations.

Role and responsibilities:

• leads the Group’s risk function, promoting informed decision-making and controlled risk-taking;
• oversees and manages the Group’s relationship with the FCA and PRA; and
• supports the Group Board Risk Committee in the oversight of the Group’s risk framework, in line with risk strategy and appetite.