Allianz Australia has promoted Philip Heath to the role of GM Consumer, SME and Platform Solutions.

Sydney-based Mr Heath, who started in the role last month, has more than 20 years’ experience in insurance. He was most recently National SME and Commercial Motor Portfolio Manager at Allianz, where he began working in April last year.

He formerly held positions at IAG, Wesfarmers Insurance and Suncorp.

Mr Heath will drive Allianz’s new partner strategy to provide systems for brokers that enable faster quotations with fewer referrals.

“Under Philip’s leadership, Allianz will continue to enhance its product offering by ensuring greater investment and innovation such as reduced referrals and improved pricing,” David Hosking, Chief GM Broker and Agency at Allianz Australia, said.