Ms Rouch has more than 20 years of experience in technology roles across both Australia and the United Kingdom, including a chief technology officer role at Medical Media Australia.

She has also been the director of IT at AMP, the general manager of business technology at WorkSafe Victoria and the director of IT and change management of the First National Bank in London.

Ms Rouch said she was very excited to be joining Class in the financial services market.

“Technological development is ever-present, but Class’ investment this year as it pivots its business is a compelling reason to become part of the team,” Ms Rouch said.

“I am looking forward to helping Class design and implement new services and technologies that will enable it to continue to be an invaluable technology partner for its customers.”

Class chief executive Andrew Russell said the business has considered what it requires from its technology leadership to deliver on current projects and look to build innovative technology and teams for the future.

“We have been searching for world-class talent to drive our technology transformation, and I am thrilled that Alexis has agreed to join our team,” Mr Russell said.

“Alexis brings a wealth of technology transformation and leadership experience, and I know she will be a valuable member of the executive leadership team as well as a strategic, innovative and people-focused leader for the technology team.”