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HSBC appoints Richard Blackburn as chief risk and compliance officer

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Posted on April 10, 2025

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· Last updated: April 10, 2025

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HSBC Confirms Richard Blackburn as Chief Risk Officer

LONDON (Reuters) - HSBC has appointed Richard Blackburn as group chief risk and compliance officer, the bank said on Thursday, confirming him in a role he has held on an interim basis since January.

Blackburn, who has been with HSBC for over 20 years, will also serve on the Group Operating Committee which is the bank's most senior decision-making group under CEO Georges Elhedery.

(Reporting by Lawrence White; editing by Philippa Fletcher)

Key Takeaways

  • Richard Blackburn appointed as HSBC's chief risk and compliance officer.
  • Blackburn has been with HSBC for over 20 years.
  • He will join the Group Operating Committee.
  • Role confirmed after serving on an interim basis since January.
  • Decision announced by HSBC in London.

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The main topic is the appointment of Richard Blackburn as HSBC's chief risk and compliance officer.
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Richard Blackburn is a long-time HSBC employee, recently appointed as the chief risk and compliance officer.
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The Group Operating Committee is HSBC's most senior decision-making group under CEO Georges Elhedery.

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