Standard Chartered PLC has appointed Peter Burrill as its interim Group Chief Financial Officer. He succeeds Diego De Giorgi, who has stepped down from his role as Executive Director and GCFO to pursue an external opportunity. Burrill will be based in London and will report directly to the Group Chief Executive, Bill Winters. The bank stated that an announcement regarding the permanent GCFO appointment will be made in due course, ensuring continuity in financial oversight during the transition period.
Burrill currently serves as Group Head of Central Finance and Deputy Chief Financial Officer at Standard Chartered Bank, positions that place him at the center of the group’s financial operations. Before joining the bank in 2017, he held senior finance roles at Deutsche Bank, including Group Controller and Co-Head of Group Finance. His professional background also includes nearly two decades at KPMG, with extensive experience across the U.S. and Germany. In addition, Burrill has served as Chair of the SCB AG Supervisory Board since March 2025. Commenting on the appointment, Bill Winters said Burrill brings strong sector experience and continuity to the finance function, helping ensure stability as the group continues to execute its strategic priorities.
