Helen Meade has more than 20 years of expertise in human resources, transformation, and communications.
Helen Meade.
Partners Life is pleased to announce that Helen Meade has been appointed as the company’s new chief people officer, joining Partners Life in April 2025.
Prior to Partners Life, Meade’s most recent role was chief people officer at Les Mills International, where she led the global people and culture team.
Meade has more than 20 years of expertise in human resources, transformation, and communications, which she has gained across various significant organisations including IAG, Auckland Council, and global giants Pfizer, GSK, and 3M in London and Sydney.
Meade brings a wealth of experience in people, culture, communications, and transformation across a broad range of sectors including insurance, wellness/health, technology, and FMCG.
Meade said: “I’m excited to be joining Partners Life – an organisation with a clear and authentic commitment to innovation and customer care. These are values that deeply resonate with me. I’m excited to be working alongside a talented team to shape the future of insurance and contribute to Partners Life’s vital purpose of building a brighter and more secure future for all New Zealanders.”
Meade holds a BSc (Hons) degree in psychology from the University of East London and is currently studying for a master of technological futures degree.
Partners Life chief executive Michael Weston said “I’m delighted about Helen joining our executive team. She’s a dynamic leader with a proven track record of attracting, developing, and retaining great people and teams – who are our most important asset and competitive advantage.”
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