Benison joins from Arriva where she held the position of managing director of Mainland Europe. During her career she has led the 'transformation' of companies in several fields, including engineering, manufacturing and financial services.
Prior to working at Arriva, she has held leading positions in companies like Serco Group PLC, CSC, Capgemini and Ford Motor Company. Benison will also become member of the executive group management and report directly to group chief executive Jacob Aarup-Andersen.
Aarup-Andersen commented: “I am very delighted that Liz Benison has accepted this position. UK & Ireland is an important market for ISS and we now have an experienced leader on-board to help drive the ongoing transformation and ensure profitable growth going forward.
“I am confident that our strengthened executive group management team comprising a strong mix of internal talent and external additions with diverse backgrounds, broader expertise and new capabilities will lead us well into the future.”
Andrew Price, currently interim country manager of UK & Ireland, will assist Benison with the transition and continue in his role as head of strategic growth in ISS Group.