Lockton India has appointed Girish Mantri as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), a move that underscores the company’s focus on strengthening its financial governance and strategic planning. With nearly 20 years of extensive experience in financial leadership within the insurance and corporate sectors, Mantri steps into a pivotal role where he will lead financial strategy, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure strong corporate governance.
In his new position, “he will be responsible for driving financial strategy, governance, and operational excellence at Lockton India,” the company stated. His leadership is expected to support Lockton’s continued growth in the insurance brokerage market by bringing in best practices and a strong compliance framework.
Prior to joining Lockton, Mantri spent more than 19 years at Howden, where he held senior roles including Executive Director & CFO and earlier as Chief Financial Officer. His tenure at Howden was marked by significant contributions to financial operations and business scalability. His deep understanding of the insurance landscape and ability to align financial strategy with business goals played a vital role in Howden’s sustained performance and expansion.
Earlier in his career, Mantri was associated with Kasyap Sweetners Limited and MERICO FILAMENT LIMITED, where he handled core finance functions and managed key accounts. These roles laid the foundation for his expertise in financial planning, corporate finance, and regulatory compliance.
A Chartered Accountant by qualification from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Mantri brings strong domain knowledge in areas such as financial controls, risk management, and strategic financial planning. His appointment is expected to bring enhanced financial discipline and forward-looking strategies to Lockton India.
With his proven track record in leading financial transformations and his in-depth industry knowledge, Girish Mantri’s addition to the leadership team marks a significant step in Lockton India’s journey toward building a robust and future-ready financial framework.
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