Rob Leahy
About Rob Leahy
Rob Leahy serves as the Head of Business Partnering for Australian Operations at QBE Insurance, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in financial management and analysis, having worked in various roles at Ansvar Insurance and QBE Insurance over the past two decades.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Rob Leahy serves as the Head of Business Partnering for Australian Operations at QBE Insurance. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the strategic direction and financial performance of the company in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. In this role, he focuses on enhancing business partnerships and aligning financial strategies with operational goals.
Previous Experience at QBE Insurance
Prior to his current role, Rob Leahy held several positions at QBE Insurance. He was the Deputy CFO for Commercial Lines from 2018 to 2021, where he oversaw financial operations. He also worked as a Manager in Performance Management - Strategic Initiatives from 2017 to 2018, and as a Group Reporting Analyst from 2015 to 2016. His experience at QBE spans various aspects of financial management and reporting.
Experience at Ansvar Insurance
Rob Leahy worked at Ansvar Insurance in multiple capacities. He served as the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager from 2012 to 2013 and as the Corporate Planning Manager from 2014 to 2015. His roles involved financial planning and corporate strategy, contributing to the company's financial health and strategic initiatives.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Rob Leahy studied at Charles Burrell High and furthered his education at ACCA, where he achieved qualifications in Accounting and Finance. He also attended the Australian Institute of Company Directors, enhancing his knowledge in corporate governance and leadership.
Career Background in Technical Accounting
Before his tenure in Australia, Rob Leahy worked at Aspen Insurance Group in London as the Head of Technical Accounting/Business Partnering from 2005 to 2012. This role involved managing technical accounting functions and fostering business partnerships, laying a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in financial management.