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Santander UK names Mahesh Aditya as CEO
Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on January 30, 2026
1 min readLast updated: January 30, 2026
Quick Summary
Santander UK appoints Mahesh Aditya as CEO, succeeding Mike Regnier. Aditya will lead the integration of TSB, leveraging his experience as Banco Santander's group chief risk officer.
Santander UK Appoints Mahesh Aditya as New Chief Executive Officer
Leadership Changes at Santander UK
Jan 30 - Santander UK appointed Mahesh Aditya as chief executive on Friday, turning to parent Banco Santander's group chief risk officer to lead the British lender through a complex integration of TSB after Mike Regnier stepped down.
Background of Mahesh Aditya
(Reporting by Sri Hari N S in Bengaluru; Editing by Shilpi Majumdar)
Key Takeaways
- •Santander UK appoints Mahesh Aditya as CEO.
- •Aditya was previously Banco Santander's group chief risk officer.
- •He succeeds Mike Regnier, who stepped down.
- •Aditya will lead the integration of TSB.
- •Leadership changes aim to strengthen the UK lender.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santander UK names Mahesh Aditya as CEO
1What is a banking integration?
Banking integration refers to the process of combining different banking systems or services to create a seamless experience for customers, often involving technology to connect various financial services.
2What is a risk officer?
A risk officer is a professional responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could potentially affect an organization's assets and earning capacity, particularly in financial institutions.