Vanessa Swanton

Vanessa Swanton is an accomplished financial services professional with extensive experience in audit and risk management. Currently serving as Chief Audit Officer at Phoenix Group since March 2025, Vanessa previously held the same title at TSB Bank from June 2020 to April 2025. Prior roles include Chief Internal Auditor at LV=, Director positions at EY and KPMG UK, and operational risk and internal audit responsibilities at Resolution. Vanessa began a career in audit and risk as Head of UK Operational Risk at RSA from 2005 to 2007, demonstrating a strong background in leadership and governance within the financial sector.