Deputy Chair of the Board, Senior Independent Director and a member of the Board Audit, Nominations and Remuneration Committees. He is also an independent non-executive director of Connells.
Appointed to board: 2016
Mark’s experience at senior leadership level in financial advice and investment management enables him to provide relevant insight which is particularly important as the Society develops its financial advice business. He has more than 40 years’ experience in commercial and financial services. His previous roles include CEO of St James’s Place plc, CEO of Virgin Direct and Director of Henderson Investors plc. He is an non-executive director of Coutts & Co.
“I’m huge fan of the Society’s mutual business model. I’m as excited as I’ve ever been about the opportunities it brings – especially for our membership, which is my priority. I’m delighted the Society has now introduced our member-only benefits. I want to make sure we have a strong and resilient business – with a clear plan that continues to develop the Society for the benefit of our members.”