David Pearce, a former director at Axa, has announced that he will be leaving the company after four years to rejoin Aviva, where he previously worked for over 15 years. Pearce first joined Aviva in 2005 as a claims handler and worked his way up to become the head of retail for new business trading in 2020. He left Aviva in 2022 to join Axa as its director for retail direct, a role he held until December 2025.<\/p>\n
In a LinkedIn post, Pearce expressed his gratitude to his team at Axa, stating that he had a “fantastic” four years at the company and that he was proud of what they had achieved together. He also thanked his team members, past and present, for making his time at Axa enjoyable, challenging, and fun.<\/p>\n
Pearce will now be taking on a new role as commercial director for Aviva Zero, a program launched by Aviva in 2022 that allows policyholders to offset the carbon emissions created from the miles they drive. Aviva Zero is a key initiative in Aviva’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact, and Pearce’s appointment to this role suggests that the company is committed to continuing to develop and expand this program.<\/p>\n
Pearce expressed his excitement about his new role, thanking the Aviva Zero team for their warm welcome. His return to Aviva marks a new chapter in his career, and it will be interesting to see how he contributes to the company’s ongoing efforts to innovate and grow. With his experience and expertise, Pearce is well-positioned to make a significant impact in his new role and help drive the success of Aviva Zero. Overall, Pearce’s move is a significant development in the insurance industry, and it will be worth watching how he navigates his new role and contributes to Aviva’s continued growth and innovation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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