Fidelity appoints new regulatory head

The life company has poached Sam Kelly from ASB to head up its new regulatory role.

Kelly has more than 11 years experience in the financial services sector - most recently with ASB, and has a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory environment and strong government and industry relationships.

Prior to ABS Kelly worked at Sovereign (now AIA) as a solicitor and in management roles providing him with a sound understanding of the life insurance sector and the nuanced challenges the industry faces.

Fidelity Life chief risk officer Adrian Riminton says Kelly will be a significant asset for the business as it continues to deliver a customer-led transformation and navigate regulatory change.