Max Matthiessen appoints Axel P. Lehmann to its Board of Directors
Max Matthiessen, a leading advisor within pension, insurance and investments in the Nordics, today announced the appointment of Axel P. Lehmann to its Board of Directors. Mr. Lehmann brings extensive senior executive leadership and Board Director experience in the global financial services industry, with a deep background in banking and insurance.
Mr. Lehmann's career includes senior executive and board-level roles at some of the world's most prominent financial institutions. He is former Chairman of Credit Suisse Group, and a former member of the UBS Group Board of Directors. He also served at the Group Executive Board at UBS, holding positions such as Group Chief Operating Officer, President Personal and Corporate Banking, as well as President Switzerland.
Prior to his banking career, Mr. Lehmann enjoyed a long-standing career at Zurich Insurance Group. During this time, he was a member of the Group Executive Committee for over a decade in various roles. These include responsibility for the insurer’s European and North America businesses, Group Chief Risk Officer with additional responsibilities for Group IT, Regional Chairman for Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Chairman of Farmers Group Inc.
“I am very pleased to join the Board of Directors of Max Matthiessen. With Nordic Capital and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan as owners, the company is focused on strengthening its position as a leading financial advisor in the pension, insurance and investment sectors in the Nordics and selected European markets. I look forward to supporting Max Matthiessen’s journey,” says Axel P. Lehmann.
“We are thrilled to welcome Axel to our board,” says Chairman Jan Samuelson. “His profound experience across both the insurance and banking sectors, coupled with his proven track record in strategic leadership, risk management, and global operations, will be invaluable to Max Matthiessen. We are confident that his insights will significantly contribute to our continued growth and success.”
Mr. Lehmann also holds academic positions, including being an Executive in Residence at IMD Business School and an Affiliate Professor at the HSG University of St. Gallen, and has served as a senior advisor for private service and fintech companies. He is a Swiss national. The appointment of Axel P. Lehmann is subject to customary approvals by supervisory authorities.
As of October 1, 2025, the Board of Directors will consist of Jan Samuelson (Chair), Emil Anderson, Cleo Cheung Goodman, Iñaki Echave, Richard Riboe and Axel P. Lehmann.
For more information, please contact:
Max Matthiessen
Karin Jihde
Interim Head of Communications
Phone: +46 70 321888
About Max Matthiessen
Max Matthiessen is one of the leading advisors within pension, insurance and investments in Sweden. Our financial advisors, administrators, and specialists have extensive experience in helping employers and individuals with procurement, analysis, packaging and administration of market-leading savings and insurance solutions. Max Matthiessen was founded in 1889. Today we have about 690 employees in over 30 locations throughout Sweden, and around 100 employees in Denmark and Norway. In 2024 our gross turnover was approx. SEK 2,3 billion. www.maxm.se
