Stephen Griffiths
About Stephen Griffiths
Stephen Griffiths is the Managing Director of UK Protection at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2017. He has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having worked in various roles at companies such as Scottish Widows, Legal & General, and Swiss Re.
Current Role at Legal & General
Stephen Griffiths serves as the Managing Director of UK Protection at Legal & General. He has held this position since 2017, contributing to the company's strategic direction and operational management in the protection insurance sector. His role involves overseeing product development, risk management, and ensuring that the organization meets regulatory standards while addressing customer needs.
Previous Experience at Legal & General
Griffiths has held multiple roles at Legal & General prior to his current position. He worked as the Chief Risk Officer for L&G Retirement from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he served as the Actuarial and Product Director for Protection from 2006 to 2013 and as the Commercial Director for Individual Retirement from 2014 to 2017. His extensive experience within the company has provided him with a deep understanding of its operations and market positioning.
Career Background in Insurance and Actuarial Science
Griffiths began his career as a Marketing Actuary at Swiss Re from 1992 to 1999. He then transitioned to Scottish Widows, where he worked as an Actuary from 1999 to 2003. Following this, he served as the Chief Pricing Officer at Scottish Re (now Pacific Life Re) from 2004 to 2006. His background in actuarial science and risk management has been pivotal in his roles throughout the insurance industry.
Non-Executive Director Role
From 2012 to 2016, Griffiths held the position of Non-Executive Director at theidol.com. In this role, he provided strategic guidance and oversight, leveraging his extensive experience in the insurance sector to contribute to the company's growth and governance.