Zurich reveals C-suite exec moves to strengthen global strategy

Zurich Insurance Group has replaced its group chief strategy officer, as well as appointed a new chief executive officer (CEO) of  Zurich Italy, to bolster the execution of its group-wide strategy globally.

Paolo Mantero (pictured), currently chief financial officer (CFO) commercial insurance, has been appointed to the role of group chief strategy officer, effective January 1, 2022. He will report to Mario Greco, group chief executive officer of Zurich.

Mantero succeeds Giovanni Giuliani, who will become chief executive officer (CEO) of Zurich Italy, reporting to Alison Martin, CEO EMEA & bank distribution, subject to regulatory approval.

In his new role, Mantero will oversee all strategy resources globally and further strengthen coordination and collaboration between group, regional and country offices to help ensure a solid outline and a consistent execution of the strategy. Mantero, who joined Zurich in 2016 as head of the group CEO Office, brings strategic depth, financial acumen and business insight to the role.

A successor to Mantero in his commercial insurance role will be announced in due course.

Giuliani has shaped and overseen execution of Zurich’s strategy since 2016, helping modernise and simplify the organisation through the launch of numerous innovative initiatives. With a career spanning 25 years in global business roles, Giuliani brings extensive experience and knowledge to his new role.

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