FTSE 350 Today Aviva plc Announces Director Shareholding Update

3 min read | August 23, 2025 10:00 AM BST | By Team Kalkine Media

Highlights

  • Aviva plc disclosed a share transaction involving its UK & Ireland General Insurance CEO

  • Jason Storah received ordinary shares under the company’s Global Matching Share Plan

  • The update was released in compliance with the UK Market Abuse Regulation

Aviva plc, a leading entity in the insurance and financial services sector and a constituent of the FTSE 350 today, has issued a regulatory announcement regarding the receipt of shares by one of its senior executives. The disclosure was published through the London Stock Exchange’s Regulatory News Service.

Executive share transaction

The company reported that Jason Storah, Chief Executive Officer of UK & Ireland General Insurance at Aviva, obtained a number of ordinary shares as part of the vesting process under the firm’s Global Matching Share Plan. This transaction reflects the continuation of share-based reward schemes aligned with leadership responsibilities within the group.

Details of the award

The transaction involved the vesting of ordinary shares with no cash consideration. The shares were issued under the terms of Aviva’s Global Matching Share Plan, which provides senior leaders with awards in recognition of their contributions to the company. The process took place on the London Stock Exchange under the company’s listed security with the identifier (LON:AV).

Regulatory compliance

This disclosure has been published in line with Article nineteen of the Market Abuse Regulation, incorporated into UK domestic law following the European Union (Withdrawal) Act. The regulatory framework ensures transparency in relation to dealings carried out by directors and persons discharging managerial responsibilities. Such announcements provide factual updates regarding share awards and transactions linked to company executives.

Company and legal identifiers

Aviva plc issued the update with confirmation of its legal entity identifier. The company continues to release information of this type through official channels, supporting compliance with governance requirements for listed companies. The notification has been categorised as an initial disclosure rather than an amendment, reflecting the first reporting of the transaction.

Transaction specifics

The award took place in August with shares allocated under the company plan at no purchase price. The aggregate number of shares acquired corresponds directly to the vesting and does not involve any market purchase. The London Stock Exchange served as the venue for this transaction.

Corporate communication

The company has provided contact details for both media representatives and analyst relations personnel. This ensures that any queries from press or financial community members can be directed through the appropriate channels. Aviva’s communications team remains available for comment in connection with this and other corporate disclosures.

Broader sector context

As one of the largest insurance groups operating in the UK, Aviva plc maintains a prominent presence within the FTSE 350 today. Updates relating to executive share awards and governance compliance form part of routine disclosures for companies of this scale. The group continues to operate across multiple segments of insurance and savings, with leadership and governance closely monitored through these regulatory announcements.


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