Allianz has appointed Vicky Drakousis has Chief Human Resources Officer.

She replaces Tim Dawson, who is retiring after 25 years with the insurer.

Ms Drakousis has been EGM of human resources in Commonwealth Bank’s wealth division for the past decade, and has also held human resources roles with State Street Global Advisors.

She will join Allianz next month and will report to MD Richard Feledy.