Phil Gibson will succeed Amanda Whiting, who has led IAG New Zealand since 2021.
Phillip Gibson.
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IAG has appointed Phillip Gibson as chief executive of IAG New Zealand, effective March 2, 2026, subject to approvals.
Gibson brings more than 30 years of insurance, advisory, and technology leadership experience in Canada and the United States including senior executive roles with Accenture, Aviva Canada, Allstate, and Travelers.
He was most recently senior executive adviser at Accenture, following seven years at Aviva Canada in leadership roles spanning data science, personal, and commercial insurance. As executive vice-president and managing director of personal insurance and data science, he led a turnaround in Aviva Canada’s personal insurance business, significantly improving customer and broker satisfaction and employee engagement.
IAG managing director and chief executive Nick Hawkins said: “Phil will bring deep global insurance and technology leadership expertise to IAG as well as a track record in successfully executing on business strategy to deliver to customers and brokers. We’re looking forward to Phil joining our group leadership team.”
Gibson said: “I am thrilled to be joining IAG New Zealand at such a pivotal time for the business as it continues to focus on growth while delivering to customers, partners and brokers. I look forward to working with the IAG team to deliver great customer outcomes.”
Gibson will succeed Amanda Whiting who has led IAG New Zealand since 2021. Whiting will remain in her role until Gibson commences in March 2026 to ensure a smooth transition, before returning to IAG in Australia.
“Amanda has guided our New Zealand business through significant challenges, including natural disasters, while strengthening our pricing expertise, risk management, and retail presence. As Amanda prepares to return to Australia into a group role at IAG, I want to thank her for her outstanding and ongoing contribution to IAG,” Hawkins said.
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