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Goldman Sachs Iberia chief to retire in summer

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Posted on March 3, 2025

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MADRID (Reuters) - The head of Goldman Sachs in Spain and Portugal, Olaf Diaz-Pintado, will retire this summer and be replaced by two internal executives to allow for an orderly transition, according

Goldman Sachs Iberia Leader Olaf Diaz-Pintado to Retire This Summer

MADRID (Reuters) - The head of Goldman Sachs in Spain and Portugal, Olaf Diaz-Pintado, will retire this summer and be replaced by two internal executives to allow for an orderly transition, according to an internal memorandum seen by Reuters.

Diaz-Pintado, who has worked at Goldman Sachs for 26 years, was responsible for the expansion of the investment banking franchises in Spain and Portugal.

In Spain, Goldman Sachs is advising Sabadell in its defence strategy against BBVA's hostile takeover bid worth more than 12 billion euros ($12.60 billion).

In its memo sent to staff on Monday, Goldman Sachs said that Juande Gomez-Villalba and Gloria Carreno will assume additional responsibilities as co-heads of investment banking in Spain and Portugal upon Diaz-Pintado's retirement.

Gomez-Villalba and Carreno will work with Jorge Alcover, who will continue to lead Goldman Sachs' debt financing activities in Iberia and client coverage responsibilities in Portugal.

($1 = 0.9527 euros)

(Reporting by Jesús Aguado)

Key Takeaways

  • Olaf Diaz-Pintado to retire this summer.
  • Goldman Sachs appoints new co-heads for Iberia.
  • Diaz-Pintado led expansion in Spain and Portugal.
  • Goldman Sachs advises Sabadell on BBVA takeover.
  • Juande Gomez-Villalba and Gloria Carreno to co-lead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is retiring from Goldman Sachs Iberia?
Olaf Diaz-Pintado, the head of Goldman Sachs in Spain and Portugal, will retire this summer.
How long has Olaf Diaz-Pintado worked at Goldman Sachs?
Olaf Diaz-Pintado has worked at Goldman Sachs for 26 years.
Who will replace Olaf Diaz-Pintado?
Juande Gomez-Villalba and Gloria Carreno will assume additional responsibilities as co-heads of investment banking in Spain and Portugal.
What is Goldman Sachs advising Sabadell on?
Goldman Sachs is advising Sabadell in its defense strategy against BBVA's hostile takeover bid worth more than 12 billion euros.
What will Jorge Alcover continue to lead?
Jorge Alcover will continue to lead Goldman Sachs' debt financing activities in Iberia and client coverage responsibilities in Portugal.

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