RACQ has named Leona Murphy as its new President and Chair following Elizabeth Jameson’s resignation last week.

Ms Murphy will head the organisation, having served as Vice-President and Deputy Chair since 2020 while also being Chair of the Risk and Compliance Committees of Group Boards.

She admits “there is much work to do” but says she is committed to serving RACQ members as the organisation begins a “multi-year transformation to become a better, stronger, future-focused member-centric organisation”.

Ms Murphy will take over from Ms Jameson, who resigned as President and Chair at RACQ’s Annual General Meeting on November 22 after two years in the role.

“For many years Elizabeth has been dedicated to tirelessly serving our members. Her unwavering dedication, focus and stewardship will be missed by myself and fellow board members,” Ms Murphy said.

Ms Jameson explained that it “was the right time to hand over the reins” to a new leader ahead of the new year.

“Given my tenure as President and Chair only permits me to serve in this role for up to one more year, I believe now is the right time to hand over the reins,” Ms Jameson said.

“This will leave the path clear for the new President and Chair to guide it through the multi-year transformation that has just begun.”

Ms Murphy’s announcement follows the recent permanent appointment of Trent Sayers as Group Executive Insurance.