Aldermore has announced the appointment of Rebecca Bunyan as its chief information officer (CIO).

She will be responsible for the bank’s technical infrastructure, IT operations and delivery capability.

Prior to joining Aldermore, Bunyan held a group operating officer role within the insurtech industry and was accountable for software development and deployment, delivery of projects and services to strengthen client relationships, testing, product roadmaps and organisational governance. Prior to this, she worked as head of IT for an insurer in both America and Europe.

She will play a key part in strategic, technical and business planning and also work with Aldermore’s business finance, mortgages and savings teams to improve the bank’s digital offering to its customers.

She reports into chief operating officer Dana Cuffe and is based in the Bank’s London office.

“Aldermore has achieved a great deal since it was established and is doing an outstanding job building out its digital offerings to customers,” said Bunyan.

“I am looking forward to designing and building the team, processes and environment that will enhance our technical platforms and take delivery and innovation for both colleagues and customers to the next level.”

Cuffe added: “We are really excited that Rebecca has chosen to join Aldermore. She brings a vast wealth of experience, having worked in IT and digital transformation for 20 years.

“Her experience and track record of building strong performing teams across the globe will be invaluable as we continue to develop our technical capabilities to ensure that our customers are well-positioned to seek and seize opportunities.”