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Citigroup poaches Charlet from Morgan Stanley to head French arm

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Posted on August 10, 2026

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· Last updated: August 10, 2026

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Citigroup Recruits Jean-Baptiste Charlet from Morgan Stanley to Lead French Arm

Citigroup Appoints New Leader for French Operations

Appointment Details

PARIS, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Citigroup has hired Jean-Baptiste Charlet from Morgan Stanley to run its French operation, the bank said on Monday.

  • Charlet's formal title will be Citi Country Officer & Banking Head, France.

Jean-Baptiste Charlet’s Background

  • Charlet previously spent more than 30 years at Morgan Stanley.
  • Charlet is a graduate of top-flight French business school HEC Paris, and also spent a year at the French Navy.
Citi’s Statement on the Appointment

• "Jean-Baptiste brings exceptional leadership, deep client relationships, and a successful origination and execution track record across the French and European markets," added Citi in a statement.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Sudip Kar-Gupta; Editing by David Holmes)

Key Takeaways

  • Citigroup continues bolstering its French leadership by recruiting Charlet away from Morgan Stanley, where he helmed Investment Banking France for over three decades (theorg.com)
  • Charlet’s background includes a prestigious HEC Paris degree and service in the French Navy (1993‑94), underpinning his strategic and leadership strengths (theorg.com)
  • The move underscores Citi’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its French operations amid fierce competition in Europe’s banking landscape (citigroup.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who has Citigroup appointed to head its French operations?
Citigroup has appointed Jean-Baptiste Charlet, formerly of Morgan Stanley, as its new head of French operations.
What is Jean-Baptiste Charlet's new role at Citigroup?
Jean-Baptiste Charlet will be the Citi Country Officer & Banking Head for France.
How long did Jean-Baptiste Charlet work at Morgan Stanley?
Jean-Baptiste Charlet spent more than 30 years at Morgan Stanley.
What is Jean-Baptiste Charlet's educational background?
Jean-Baptiste Charlet graduated from HEC Paris, a leading French business school.
What relevant experience does Charlet bring to Citigroup?
Charlet brings leadership, client relationships, and a strong track record in French and European markets.

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