Deutsche Bank (ETR:DBKGn) has announced a significant shift in leadership for its UK and Ireland (UKI) operations as Vathany Vijayaratna steps in as CEO. With a distinguished career spanning two decades at the bank, Vijayaratna's appointment comes at a strategic time as Deutsche Bank continues to reinforce its investment banking division.
Vijayaratna's extensive experience includes pivotal roles such as global head of structuring in the fixed income and currencies division, followed by her position as head of non-financial risk within the investment bank. Her promotion is part of a broader strategy to enhance client services and capitalize on growth opportunities across the region.
The new CEO will oversee all divisions within the UKI operations, reporting directly to Fabrizio Campelli, who is responsible for corporate and investment banking in addition to UKI activities. Campelli praised Vijayaratna's broad experience and deep understanding of the bank's dynamics, emphasizing her strong knowledge of non-financial risk management and established rapport with global clients.
In tandem with Vijayaratna's appointment, Deutsche Bank has also welcomed Ian Wesson from Citigroup. Wesson brings two decades of experience from Citigroup and is set to lead the financial institutions group M&A team at Deutsche Bank.
The leadership changes coincide with Deutsche Bank's ongoing efforts to strengthen its presence in the UKI region. These efforts include acquiring Numis, establishing new London headquarters, and making substantial investments in technology and personnel.
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