Sukhraj Takhar

Sukhraj Takhar is a highly experienced risk and controls professional currently serving as Chief Controls Officer at Direct Line Group since September 2022, where a centralized first line risk and controls function was established, significantly enhancing risk management practices. Prior roles include Non-Financial Risk Director at Direct Line Group, Senior Consultant - Risk Practice Lead at Sicsic Advisory, Director at Corporate Risk Consulting Ltd, and Managing Director at Certua, contributing to risk management and governance in the insurance sector. Sukhraj also held senior positions at AmTrust Financial Services Inc., where responsibilities included global risk management across multiple insurance companies, and served as Acting Head of Internal Audit at Lloyd’s of London. Early career experiences included roles at Deloitte, BNY Mellon, and KPMG UK, showcasing a robust foundation in auditing and financial services. Academic credentials include a degree from City St George's, University of London.