James Tarlton

James Tarlton is an accomplished Internal Audit leader and Chartered Accountant with valuable risk assessment and control mitigation experience within the Financial Services industry. Specifically, he has worked in the Insurance sector and has an in-depth understanding of its complexities and challenges. With a strong foundation in Accounting, Tarlton has worked in various capacities in several global organizations, gaining expertise in building effective working relationships, particularly within emerging markets and different cultures. He is skilled in leading collaborative teams and working independently, with a pragmatic approach to achieving organizational goals.

Tarlton's background includes a Higher Diploma in Accountancy and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Business/Management from Rhodes University. He has held several senior managerial positions across various organizations, including USAA, Marsh & McLennan Companies, JLT Group, and AIG. Additionally, he has previously worked in finance and audit roles at Man, Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group, and Deloitte South Africa, respectively. Tarlton played a crucial role in the rollout of the JLT broking platform across the USA.