Ben Ashby
About Ben Ashby
Ben Ashby is a Finance Director specializing in Transformation, with extensive experience in business partnering at the executive level to enhance business performance. He has held various finance leadership roles across industries such as aviation, healthcare, and financial services.
Current Role at Legal & General
Ben Ashby serves as the Finance Director, Transformation at Legal & General since 2024. In this role, he focuses on strategy development and ensuring robust financial controls that support financial reporting and analysis. His current position is based in the City of London, England.
Previous Positions at Legal & General
Prior to his current role, Ben Ashby held several positions at Legal & General. He served as the Interim Chief Financial Officer at L&G Modular Homes from 2022 to 2023 and at Salary Finance from 2023 to 2024. Additionally, he was the Head of Accounting and Reporting from 2020 to 2022. His tenure at Legal & General spans multiple roles that emphasize financial leadership.
Experience in Finance Leadership
Ben Ashby has extensive experience in finance leadership across various industries, including aviation, healthcare, and financial services. He has held roles such as Head of Finance at British Airways for Heathrow Operations and Director of Financial Reporting & Control at Bupa for International Markets. His diverse background equips him to deliver improved business performance at the executive level.
Educational Background
Ben Ashby studied at The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, where he gained foundational knowledge in management accounting. This education supports his extensive career in finance and contributes to his expertise in financial reporting and strategic financial management.
Career Progression
Ben Ashby's career began as a Finance Assistant at Geodis from 2001 to 2004. He then progressed through various roles at Bupa, including Head of Commercial Finance and Financial Controller. His career also includes a period as Group Management Accountant at InHealth. His professional journey reflects a steady advancement in finance roles with increasing responsibilities.