HSBC appoints Rob Roughan as Head of Commercial Banking, New Zealand
HSBC has appointed Rob Roughan as Head of Commercial Banking, New Zealand effective 1 August 2016.
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HSBC has appointed Rob Roughan as Head of Commercial Banking, New Zealand effective 1 August 2016.
Rob joins HSBC from Barclays Bank Plc, Ireland, where he was Head of Global Corporates and Product, prior to which he was Director, Investment Banking at Barclays Capital in Ireland. Rob joined Barclays in 2005 from ANZ in New Zealand where he was Head of Food, Beverage and Agribusiness, before which he was Head of Corporate Banking at the National Bank of New Zealand.
Rob will report locally to Chris Russell, CEO of HSBC in New Zealand, and on a functional basis to Tim Evans, HSBC’s Head of Commercial Banking, International Countries, Asia Pacific.
Commenting on the appointment, Chris Russell said, “Rob’s wealth of international and local banking experience will further strengthen the commercial banking offering we provide for our corporate clients in New Zealand, helping them connect with opportunities abroad. His appointment also demonstrates the importance of the continued growth opportunities that the Bank sees in the New Zealand market.”
Tim Evans said: “HSBC’s key competitive advantage is its network and ability to connect businesses globally. New Zealand is an essential component in our ability to deliver international banking services to customers worldwide.”
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HSBC appoints Rob Roughan as Head of Commercial Banking, New Zealand
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