NatWest Markets appoints new CEO

NatWest Group has appointed Jonathan Peberdy as chief executive of NatWest Markets subject to regulatory approval.

Peberdy has worked as deputy chief executive of NatWest Markets since August last year.

He takes on the role from Robert Begbie, who is now chief executive, commercial and institutional at NatWest Markets.

Additionally, Peberdy will become an executive director and member of the NatWest Markets Plc board.

Peberdy has spent over 25 years working at the NatWest Group. He recently held the role of head of capital markets where he oversaw the transformation of the markets business.

“I'm delighted to appoint Jon to lead our Markets business, where he will play a crucial role in building out the next phase of the franchise,” said Robert Begbie, chief executive officer commercial & institutional, NatWest Group. “Jon brings a wealth of experience and skills to the role, and I look forward to working closely with him to build on our success.”



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