Aviva has appointed Kay Westgarth (pictured) as the new head of retirement distribution.
With over 30 years’ experience in the financial services industry, Westgarth brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role at Aviva.
Westgarth began working in later life lending at Key Group in 2018 after holding various key positions at Lloyds Banking Group, Prudential, and Towergate Group.
Her track record includes setting up and leading sales teams, spearheading successful market launches, and driving rapid brand growth.
Westgarth also played a pivotal role in the launch of Standard Life Home Finance to the intermediary market in 2021.
In her new role, she will report in to Matt McGill, managing director at Aviva Equity Release.
McGill said: “We are excited to have Kay on board.
“She has an important role to play as we navigate new opportunities to develop the retirement market, supporting advisers to achieve the best outcomes for customers.”
Westgarth added: “I’m excited about the opportunity to lead the retirement distribution division, working with a team that values collaboration and innovation to deliver solutions for advisers and their clients.”
