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David Lindberg Appointed as CEO of HSBC UK
HSBC Holdings plc (the ‘Company’) today announces that David Lindberg has been appointed as CEO of HSBC UK Bank plc, the Company’s UK ringfenced bank, upon receipt of regulatory approval.
He will also join the Company’s Group Operating Committee. David will take up the role on 8 December 2025.
Following a period of handover, Ian Stuart will commence his previously announced appointment as Group Customer and Culture Director.
David joins HSBC UK following a career spanning over 27 years in financial services, most recently as CEO of Retail Banking at NatWest Group. Prior to joining NatWest in 2020, he held senior leadership positions at Westpac, The Commonwealth Bank of Australia and ANZ.
Georges Elhedery, Group CEO of HSBC said: “I am delighted that David is joining HSBC to lead our UK business. As one of our two home markets, the UK is core to our foundational strength as a Group. David brings with him an impressive focus on the customer, deep international experience and a clear vision for the future as we invest in innovation to grow our business and put our customers at the heart of everything we do.”
Dame Clara Furse, Chairman of HSBC UK said: “David’s track record of delivering ambitious growth strategies through an aspirational culture that puts the customer at the heart of the business will take us into the next stage of growth. The Board looks forward to supporting him as HSBC UK works to enhance the ways it brings the benefits of HSBC’s financial strength and international network to customers in the UK.”
David Lindberg said: “I am honoured to be joining HSBC at such an important time. HSBC UK serves over 15 million personal and business customers and plays a vital role in supporting the country’s economy. I’m excited to work with the team to deliver the very best of HSBC to all of its customers, and to innovate in order to enable the success of individuals, communities and businesses across the UK.”
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