MLC Life expands distribution team

MLC Life Insurance has re-committed to its adviser client base with the appointment of three business development managers based in Queensland and New South Wales.

Arthur Tang will join the Queensland team while Mat Amanovich and Adam Read join the New South Wales team, working to expand the insurer’s strategy and reach across the regions.

“Financial advisers have always been key partners for MLC Life Insurance,” Michael Rogers, Chief Individual Insurance Officer for MLC Life Insurance, said.

“Bringing in experienced industry professionals means we can continue to focus on delivering a total customer experience to our partners, and these hires are the next step in underlining the improvements in our adviser experience and part of our ongoing commitment to the health and success of the financial advice industry.”

Michael Downey, General Manager of Distribution for MLC Life Insurance, said the appointments will build on what the sales team has already achieved so far.

“Our sales team has already doubled our new sales market share, and we’re excited for these new appointments to continue that trajectory.

“In Arthur, Mat and Adam, we have three seasoned leaders in our industry, they’ll be a crucial part of our sales strategy which is focused on new business growth, building out our key partnerships and driving a culture of excellence.”

Read has close to 25 years of experience under his belt, having enjoyed previous roles at Westpac and BT. Amanovich joins MLC Life from fellow insurer, Clearview, with almost 10 years of business development experience in financial services. Tang brings over two decades of experience in financial services and insurance to the role.

The appointments also coincide with the promotion of Ben Deslongrais in Victoria.

“This new role is nine years of hard work coming to reality. I love the adviser development space and enjoy working with and embedding myself into adviser offices,” he said.