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Paul Thwaite
Chief Executive Officer
Date of appointment:
25 July 2023
Contribution to the Board:
Paul was appointed Chief Executive Officer in July 2023. Prior to becoming Group Chief Executive, he was Chief Executive of the bank’s Commercial & Institutional (C&I) business, bringing together the teams that support NatWest’s business customers, ranging from entrepreneurs and start-ups through to multi-nationals and financial institutions.
Paul brings strong UK and International expertise in strategic and cultural transformation, scale leadership, balance sheet management and risk, and a sharp focus on customer experience.
Throughout his executive and non-executive career, Paul has taken an active role in promoting talent, and building and leading inclusive teams across multiple regions, geographies and disciplines, to deliver performance for customers and wider stakeholders.
Relevant experience:
Paul has over 30 years’ experience in financial services having held senior roles within Wholesale, Corporate, International, Risk and Retail Banking, across the UK, Europe and US.
External appointments:
- Member of the Board of Trustees at the University of Manchester.