Suncorp has appointed Microsoft Australia MD Pip Marlow to the new role of CEO Strategic Innovation.

Ms Marlow, who joins Suncorp in March, will be responsible for the insurer’s strategic role in market disruption, and “identifying, establishing and cultivating new external marketplace partners to meet the needs of customers”.

Group CEO and MD Michael Cameron says Ms Marlow will play a key role in accelerating the delivery of Suncorp’s customer strategy.

“Pip is a highly-recognised leader in her field,” he said.

“She brings a wealth of international experience and has a strong track record of delivery.

“Her strong leadership will be pivotal to the success of our marketplace, our third-party relationships and the delivery of our customer strategy.”