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Abrdn hires finance chief from NatWest's Coutts

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Posted on February 28, 2025

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LONDON (Reuters) - British fund manager abrdn said on Friday it would appoint Siobhan Boylan, an executive at NatWest's private bank Coutts, to become its next finance chief. Abrdn had been looking

Abrdn Names Siobhan Boylan as New Finance Chief

LONDON (Reuters) - British fund manager abrdn said on Friday it would appoint Siobhan Boylan, an executive at NatWest's private bank Coutts, to become its next finance chief.

Abrdn had been looking for a permanent successor to former Chief Financial Officer Jason Windsor after he stepped up to become CEO last year following the sudden departure of predecessor Stephen Bird.

Boylan is expected to join abrdn in the summer, abrdn said, adding that interim CFO Ian Jenkins would continue in the role for the time being.

(Reporting by Iain Withers; Editing by Jan Harvey)

Key Takeaways

  • Abrdn appoints Siobhan Boylan as new finance chief.
  • Boylan is currently an executive at NatWest's Coutts.
  • She will succeed Jason Windsor, the former CFO.
  • Interim CFO Ian Jenkins will continue until summer.
  • The leadership change follows Stephen Bird's departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has been appointed as the new finance chief of Abrdn?
Siobhan Boylan, an executive at NatWest's private bank Coutts, has been appointed as the new finance chief of Abrdn.
When is Siobhan Boylan expected to join Abrdn?
Siobhan Boylan is expected to join Abrdn in the summer.
Who is currently serving as the interim CFO at Abrdn?
Ian Jenkins is currently serving as the interim CFO at Abrdn and will continue in the role for the time being.
Why was there a need for a new finance chief at Abrdn?
Abrdn was looking for a permanent successor to former Chief Financial Officer Jason Windsor, who stepped up to become CEO last year.
What led to Jason Windsor becoming CEO of Abrdn?
Jason Windsor became CEO of Abrdn following the sudden departure of his predecessor, Stephen Bird.

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