Ross Pollard
About Ross Pollard
Ross Pollard serves as the Regional Leader for New South Wales and South Australia in the Accident and Health division at QBE Insurance, a position he has held since 2016. With over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, he has worked in various underwriting and leadership roles across the UK and Australia.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Ross Pollard has been serving as the Regional Leader for New South Wales and South Australia in the Accident and Health division at QBE Insurance since 2016. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing operations and strategic initiatives within the region. His leadership has contributed to the development and management of accident and health insurance products tailored to the needs of clients in these areas.
Previous Roles in the Insurance Industry
Prior to his current position, Ross Pollard held several roles in the insurance sector. He worked as a Senior Underwriter for Accident and Health at QBE Insurance for a brief period in 2016. Before that, he was employed at Sportscover as both a Senior Underwriter and NSW Branch Manager from 2014 to 2016. His career also includes experience as a Commercial Insurance Account Handler at the Royal Bank of Scotland from 2002 to 2008, and as an Underwriter at Ageas Insurance Limited from 2010 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Ross Pollard studied Business Management at the University of Gloucestershire, where he earned a Bachelor's degree from 1998 to 2001. He furthered his education at ANZIIF from 2014 to 2017, enhancing his knowledge and skills in the insurance field. With over 20 years of experience, he has developed expertise in underwriting and regional leadership roles, contributing to his effectiveness in managing the Accident and Health division at QBE Insurance.
International Experience in Insurance
Ross Pollard has accumulated extensive experience in the insurance industry across both the United Kingdom and Australia. His work history includes significant roles in Edinburgh and Eastleigh in the UK, as well as in Melbourne and Sydney in Australia. This diverse international perspective informs his approach to leadership and strategy within the Accident and Health division at QBE Insurance.