Scotland-based asset manager Abrdn has named Jason Windsor as its new chief executive following the exit of Stephen Bird in May.
Previously Abrdn’s group chief financial officer and currently interim chief executive Officer, Windsor has been appointed as CEO of Abrdn plc subject to regulatory approval.
The London-listed group announced in May the commencement of the process of moving to fresh leadership, following the strategic repositioning of the company to a specialist asset manager, and a digitally-focused wealth manager.
Making use of an external search firm, Abrdn’s board considered a number of candidates for the role, both internal and external.
Sir Douglas Flint, chairman of abrdn, said: “I am delighted that Jason emerged from what was a very thorough process as the unanimous choice of the board to lead Abrdn in its next phase.
“He has made a huge impression both internally and externally since he joined Abrdn, particularly as someone whose actions evidence he cares deeply about our clients and customers and our people. I very much look forward to working with him as our new CEO.”
Windsor, said: “I am honoured to have been chosen to lead Abrdn. I see significant headroom in each of our three core businesses, with the potential to generate a step-change in performance for our clients and customers, and for our shareholders.
“My job now is to work with the talented team at Abrdn to realise this opportunity and to build a more efficient, growing business with a culture that sustains long-term success.”
Ian Jenkins will continue in the role of Abrdn’s interim group chief financial officer. A search process for a permanent group chief financial officer role gets underway today.
The Aberdeen and Edinburgh headquartered firm was previously known as Standard Life Aberdeen until its controversial and much-ridiculed consonant-rich rebranding as Abrdn.
