LV= appoints Chief Audit Officer

Investment, protection and retirement specialist LV=, has announced the appointment of Nikesh Mistry as its Chief Audit Officer, subject to regulatory approval.

Nikesh is a highly experienced audit and assurance leader having worked across the financial services and insurance sectors, most recently in senior roles at Phoenix Group and HSBC.

In his new role, Nikesh will lead the mutual’s audit function and join the LV= Executive Team, led by Chief Executive, David Hynam.

David Hynam, LV= Chief Executive, said:

“I am pleased to welcome Nikesh as our new Chief Audit Officer and look forward to the contribution he will make as a member of my Executive team. Nikesh will play a critical role in leading our audit function and will support the delivery of our member-focused business plan.”

Nikesh Mistry, LV= Chief Audit Officer, said:

“I’m delighted to join LV=, a business with a clear purpose, strong heritage and a values-driven culture. I’m passionate about ensuring our customers and members can rely on us to safely support their future. 

“I’m looking forward to leading a talented audit team that adds value to the LV= Board and working as part of LV’s Executive Team to drive the business forward.”