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Royal London Ireland, one of Ireland’s leading life insurance and pensions providers, has announced the appointment of Aoife Healy as its new Chief Financial Officer, as the company positions itself for sustained growth in Ireland’s life insurance and pensions market.
Aoife brings two decades of experience across all areas of the insurance market, including life, non-life, reinsurance and broking, including both domestic and cross border life companies. Prior to joining Royal London Ireland, she served as a Director in PwC Ireland’s Banking, Insurance and Aviation Finance practice. She is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland and holds a Masters in International Business from UCD Michael Smurfit School of Business. She also holds a Certificate in Sustainability Strategy, Risk, and Reporting from Chartered Accountants Ireland, reflecting her focus on responsible financial leadership and sustainable value creation.
In her CFO role, Aoife will lead Royal London Ireland’s Finance function and work with the wider executive team to support growth and drive strategic decision-making that delivers long-term benefits for customers.
Commenting on her appointment, Aoife Healy, Chief Financial Officer said:
“I am delighted to be joining Royal London Ireland in a role where I can contribute to shaping the company’s strategic priorities. The mutual mindset combined with the long-term customer-focused approach of the company overall really impressed me. I look forward to working closely with the executive team and wider business to support growth, strengthen financial resilience for our customers, and deliver positive outcomes.”
Noel Freeley, Chief Executive Officer of Royal London Ireland, welcomed the appointment, saying:
“Aoife brings extensive expertise in financial strategy, governance, and regulatory frameworks, both in Ireland and internationally. We are confident that Aoife’s appointment will play a key role in the company’s growth and in maintaining our high standards of governance and performance. We warmly welcome Aoife to the team and look forward to working with her as we continue to deliver for our customers”.
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About Royal London Ireland
Royal London Ireland has a history of protecting its policyholders and their families, and it is committed to continue to do so for a long time to come. Our heritage in Ireland is 190 years starting when the Caledonian Insurance Company's first office opened on York Street, Dublin 2 in 1834. Today, Royal London Ireland is owned by The Royal London Mutual Insurance Society Limited – the UK’s largest mutual life insurance, pensions and investment company, and in the top 30 mutuals globally*, with assets under management of €211 billion, 8.6 million policies in force and over 4,800 employees. Figures quoted are as at 30 June 2025.
Royal London Ireland’s office is based at 47-49 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2.
*Based on total 2022 premium income. ICMIF Global 500, 2024