Lloyd’s has appointed Rebekah Clement to a new role as Corporate Affairs Director which will take in government policy, affairs, external stakeholder engagement, corporate communications and media. 

Ms Clement has more than 20 years’ corporate affairs experience across government policy, brand reputation, media and communications. 

“This has included holding a number of senior roles across the public and private sectors, including in New Zealand’s Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, and most recently establishing and leading Lloyd’s sustainability framework and initiatives,” Lloyd’s said. 

Ms Clement’s appointment is effective immediately and she will report to Lloyd’s CEO John Neal. 

The new role will be focused on delivering enhanced stakeholder engagement and solutions that demonstrate Lloyd’s value proposition and purpose, including on matters of strategic importance such as culture, climate and cross-sector initiatives.   

As a current member of Lloyd’s ESG Committee of Council, Ms Clement will continue to drive the priorities and focus of cross-sector initiatives, including the Sustainable Markets Initiative Insurance Task Force.   

“Our new Corporate Affairs team will help Lloyd’s build stronger relationships with all our stakeholders so we can provide more effective leadership on the issues that matter, from climate transition to the digital revolution. Rebekah's experience and her team's deep expertise will help sharpen our voice as we continue driving our market's performance, digitalisation, purpose and culture goals,” Mr Neal said. 

Chief Marketing and Communications Officer and member of Lloyd’s Executive Committee, Jo Scott will take on a new role heading up the Lloyd’s of London Foundation.