As Chief Executive Officer, Anna Scott leads Mercer’s operations across New Zealand, championing the development of innovative solutions and services in investments, retirement savings, workforce, and health and benefits. She is passionate about working closely with local and regional teams to deliver tailored strategies that support the financial wellbeing of our clients and members.

With more than 20 years of leadership experience in financial services both in Aotearoa and internationally, Anna is recognised for her ability to identify actionable solutions that support growth and enhance the quality and resilience of workforce and retirement outcomes for clients.

Prior to joining Mercer in 2025, she held CEO and COO roles at New Zealand investment fund management firms, where she drove strategic growth, enhanced brand presence, and improved operational performance.

Anna’s extensive leadership background also includes an Executive Director role at J.P. Morgan, where she managed global operations and strategy for the Global Currency & Commodities Group. She is also a Director of the non-profit Financial Services Council of New Zealand.

Committed to fostering community and industry development, Anna chairs the Sea Wolf Water Polo Club and is an active member of Global Women, a network of New Zealand’s most influential women leaders advocating for inclusion and diversity.

Anna is based in Auckland/Tāmaki Makaurau.