Lloyd’s Welcomes Alexandra Cliff as New Chief Financial Officer: A Strategic Leadership Move
Lloyd’s, a prominent global marketplace for insurance and reinsurance, has recently announced the appointment of Alexandra Cliff as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective May 1, 2025. This transition marks a significant step in the company’s leadership strategy, reinforcing its commitment to financial excellence and innovative risk management solutions.
New Appointment at Lloyd’s: Alexandra Cliff Takes the Helm as CFO
Alexandra Cliff, who has been with Lloyd’s since 2022 as the Deputy CFO, will succeed Burkhard Keese in this crucial role. Keese is stepping down to focus on investment opportunities within the German insurance market while continuing to support Lloyd’s as a strategic advisor.
Cliff’s Extensive Experience in the Insurance Sector
Bringing over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, Cliff has held various senior finance positions, particularly at:
- Direct Line Group
- StarStone
- AJ Gallagher
She is also a qualified Chartered Accountant and boasts significant experience from her eight years at PwC in both London and the United States. Cliff has been an integral part of Lloyd’s Executive Committee, contributing significantly to the company’s financial strategies and market reporting.
Burkhard Keese’s Legacy at Lloyd’s
Burkhard Keese has been with Lloyd’s since 2019 and has played a pivotal role in:
- Driving major performance improvements
- Strengthening the company’s balance sheet
- Achieving the highest financial strength ratings in Lloyd’s history from S&P Global and AM Best
Keese also enhanced Lloyd’s appeal to global investors through initiatives such as London Bridge One and Two.
Recognition from Leadership
Lloyd’s CEO John Neal expressed appreciation for both Cliff and Keese, stating:
“Since joining Lloyd’s as Deputy CFO, Alex has played a vital role in achieving our enhanced financial strength, including recent ratings upgrades, building our investment proposition, and transforming market reporting.”
He continued, highlighting Keese’s contributions: “I would like to thank Burkhard for his work guiding Lloyd’s to some of its best-ever financial results and his execution of the capital proposition.”
Looking Ahead: Regulatory Approval
Cliff’s appointment is pending regulatory approval, but her extensive background and strategic vision position her well to lead Lloyd’s financial operations into the future.
For more insights on Lloyd’s and its leadership, visit their official website at Lloyd’s.
