MLC Life Insurance reinforces advisers’ ‘critical’ importance

MLC Life Insurance has bolstered its retail distribution team with Jarrad Wilson and Rob Dassie who, it said, would be “instrumental” in growing the company’s distribution capability and executing its sales strategy.

The two experienced executives add to MLC’s sales leadership team, which already boasts Cassie Wilson, Dinah Munro, Lianda Stoel, and Angela Reinmuth.

Jarrad Wilson joins as head of distribution for the Northern Region, having held leadership roles at Westpac, BT Financial Group, and Suncorp Life, while Rob Dassie will serve as head of distribution for the Southern Region. Previously, Mr Dassie delivered services to financial planners with companies including Colonial, Commonwealth Bank, Aviva, and Insignia Financial.

“Financial advisers are critical partners to MLC Life Insurance,” said Michael Rogers, MLC Life Insurance chief individual insurance officer.

“Bringing in top talent ensures we can focus on delivering a total customer experience to our partners. Jarrad and Rob are the next step in demonstrating the improvements in our adviser experience and part of our strong commitment to the health and success of risk advice and the financial advice industry more broadly.”

Speaking about his appointment, Mr Dassie said: “MLC Life Insurance is one of Australia’s leading and most trusted insurers, and I’m proud to continue that tradition and help usher in a period of increased growth and better outcomes for advisers.”

Moreover, Mr Wilson added: “MLC Life Insurance has an exciting strategy and I’m looking forward to executing it with the team — by ensuring we align operations with distribution we’ll make sure our service to advisers is fit for purpose.”