SINGAPORE, [31 July 2025] – AIA Singapore is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Owen Addison as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective 1 October 2025. He will report to Ms. Wong Sze Keed, Chief Executive Officer of AIA Singapore. This follows the retirement of Ms. Aileen Tan, who has dedicated over seven years to the company.
Aileen, a cornerstone of AIA Singapore, will retire on 30 September 2025 to embark on a new chapter. Throughout her tenure, Aileen has been instrumental in shaping the company's culture and values, mentoring numerous employees, and navigating challenges with grace and professionalism. Her visionary leadership and compassion have left a lasting legacy across the organisation.
In recognition of her invaluable contributions, Aileen will extend her expertise to Amplify Health, where she will lead the People and Culture team as a strategic guide and coach, starting October 1, 2025.
"Aileen has been a guiding light for our organisation, and her immense contributions will continue to be felt for years to come. We wish her all the best as she embarks on another phase," said Ms. Wong Sze Keed, Chief Executive Officer of AIA Singapore.
Owen, who joined AIA in January 2017, brings a wealth of experience in HR business partnering, organisation transformation, executive compensation, and performance and reward.
Prior to this appointment, Owen held several key positions within AIA Group Human Resources in Hong Kong, including most recently as Director of Human Resources where he served as the Business Partner to Group Technology and Operations, AIA New Zealand, and AIA Sri Lanka, while also leading the Group CHRO Office. Before joining AIA, Owen started his career in the financial services sector, before spending many years in consulting with PwC.
Sze Keed added, "Owen has demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision throughout his tenure at AIA. With his proven track record in shaping and driving people and organisation strategies, AIA Singapore is confident that he will play a pivotal role in the company's continued success."
AIA Singapore remains dedicated to fostering a people-centric culture, where the development of talent and internal mobility are prioritised to provide the best opportunities for our employees.
