Amanda Blanc has stepped down as chief executive Emea and global banking partnerships at Zurich Insurance Group.
She joined the company just nine months ago and no reason was given in the company’s announcement as to why she has resigned.
Her successor will be announced in due course, the insurer said.
Blanc also sat on the Zurich’s executive committee and was chair of the Association of British Insurers (ABI), a role she has had to relinquish with immediate effect .
Strong leaders
Zurich’s group chief executive officer, Mario Greco, said: “We appreciate Amanda’s contributions during her time with us, in particular as we drive innovation throughout the business and introduce an enhanced culture of service for our customers.
“Our business in Emea is performing well under the strong leadership of our country CEOs.”
Brief stint
Blanc was group chief executive Axa UK before leaving in April 2018 ahead of joining Zurich.
She replaced Gary Shaughnessy, who stepped down for health reason in late 2018, having been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease several years previously.
