Financial services holding company Protective Life Corporation has appointed Michael Temple as executive vice president and chief risk officer, effective Dec. 3.

With more than 27 years of experience in the life and health insurance industry, Temple previously served as senior vice president and chief risk officer at insurance company Unum Group for seven years.

In his new role, Temple will lead the company's enterprise risk management program, including risk culture and governance, modeling, and risk reporting. He also will be a member of the executive leadership team.