Blair Vernon appointed AMP CEO. Alexis George to retire
| Stock | AMP Ltd (AMP.ASX) |
|---|---|
| Release Time | 20 Jan 2026, 8:36 a.m. |
| Price Sensitive | Yes |
Blair Vernon appointed AMP CEO, Alexis George to retire
- Blair Vernon appointed as new AMP Group CEO after internal and external search
- Alexis George to retire from executive roles effective 30 March 2026 after leading AMP through significant transformation
- Seamless transition and ongoing execution of key strategic initiatives ensured under new leadership
AMP Limited today announced the appointment of Blair Vernon as its new Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following a thorough internal and external search process conducted by a top tier executive search firm. Current CEO, Alexis George, will retire from executive roles effective 30 March 2026 after a distinguished career in financial services. Ms George has successfully led AMP since August 2021, guiding the organisation through a period of significant transformation and growth. Mr Vernon, AMP's Chief Financial Officer, brings extensive experience from previous financial services leadership roles in Australia and New Zealand. His appointment ensures a seamless transition and ongoing execution of key strategic initiatives. AMP Chair Mike Hirst commented that the Board was unequivocal in its view that Blair brings the right breadth of experience and capability to lead AMP in its next phase of growth as CEO. Alexis George commented that she is proud of AMP's achievements over the past 5 years, particularly helping customers retire with confidence, and that she is confident AMP is well positioned for future success. Blair Vernon stated that it is a privilege to take on the leadership of AMP and that he looks forward to continuing to execute the company's strategic ambitions and deliver positive outcomes to all stakeholders.