Ascot Group has appointed Ian Grayson as chief information officer for UK/Bermuda.

In the newly created role, Mr Grayson is responsible for developing and executing a technology transformation strategy and driving technology-based innovation and growth to support the company’s robust UK and Bermuda platforms.

He will report to Owen Williams, chief information officer, Ascot Group, and is based in the company’s London office.

The company said Mr Grayson was a proven, results-driven IT professional with more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry and the London insurance market and substantial experience leading global technology teams.

He will be tasked with harnessing the latest technology solutions to further advance Ascot's underwriting and claims processes and accelerate the company's digital transformation.

Mr Williams said: “Ian is an experienced executive with technical expertise that spans both foundational and emerging technologies.

“As we propel our digital capabilities forward with a modern-era approach to our operations, Ian’s knowledge, leadership and perspective will allow Ascot to remain on the technological forefront of the industry.”

Mr Grayson joins Ascot from Aon, where he spent more than two decades in roles of increasing responsibility in the technology sector.

Most recently, he served as chief information officer, Aon UK, responsible for all technology delivery, M&A, IT risk and compliance at the organisation with a focus on driving efficiency, revenue growth, increasing market share and employee engagement.