AustralianSuper hires strategy exec

Australia's largest superannuation fund has appointed Paula Benson chief officer strategy and corporate affairs.

AustralianSuper chief executive, Paul Schroder, welcomed Benson to the role, which will be pivotal in supporting the fund's growth to $500 billion within five years.

"As a very experienced corporate executive, Paula has impressed us with her strategic and innovative approach to corporate and public affairs and her commitment to delivering positive commercial and societal outcomes for members," Schroder said.

"Paula's experience will be important in driving forward our global strategic positioning, advocacy and engagement as we deliver on our purpose of helping members achieve their best possible financial position in retirement."

Benson joins AustralianSuper as an experienced senior corporate affairs executive and non- executive director, including roles in funds management, banking, resources, healthcare and infrastructure.

Since 2020, she has served as global head of marketing, brand and communications at IFM Investors.

Before that, she was a non-executive director at the Victorian Funds Management Corporation and the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust.

She also served as the executive general manager of corporate affairs at National Australia Bank.

Commenting on her new role Benson said: "Working with purpose and delivering commercial outcomes are some of my key drivers and I am delighted to join AustralianSuper at this important moment and to play a key role in supporting global growth ambitions in order to deliver outcomes for members."