Former Zurich Financial Services chief executive, David Smith has been appointed as the new chief executive of Local Government Super.
The superannuation fund’s board announced the appointment this week, with Smith having been most recently been the chief executive of AXIS Speciality Australia.
Confirming the appointment, Lcal Government Super chair, Katherine O’Regan said Smith had been chosen for his track record in financial services and his fit with the fund’s values and ability to deliver on its strategy.
“I am confident he shares our passion for the best possible retirement outcomes for members, and that this will remain at the heart of all decisions,” she said. “David’s C-suite experience brings additional capability to LGS and its members as we enter the next stage of growth.”
