Chris Knight
About Chris Knight
Chris Knight serves as the Group Chief Risk Officer at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in various leadership roles within the company and has also served as a Non-Executive Director at CHS Group and Redgate Software.
Current Role at Legal & General
Chris Knight serves as the Group Chief Risk Officer at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's risk management strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His extensive experience in financial services contributes to his capability in managing complex risk scenarios.
Previous Experience at Legal & General
Prior to his current role, Chris Knight held multiple positions at Legal & General. He served as the Chief Financial Officer of the Retirement Division from 2015 to 2017 and as the CEO of Retail Retirement from 2017 to 2021. He also worked as the Finance Director for both the Legal & General Assurance Society and the International division, accumulating significant expertise in financial management and strategic leadership.
Non-Executive Director Roles
Chris Knight has contributed to various organizations in a non-executive capacity. He served as a Non-Executive Director at CHS Group from 2018 to 2022 and at Redgate Software from 2020 to 2023. These roles involved providing strategic oversight and governance, leveraging his extensive industry knowledge.
Education and Qualifications
Chris Knight completed his secondary education at Robert May's Secondary School, where he achieved O levels. He then attended Queen Mary's 6th Form College, earning A levels. He furthered his education at the University of Cambridge, where he obtained a BA (Hons) in Economics. This academic background supports his professional expertise in finance and risk management.