abrdn has announced the appointment of Jason Windsor – the firm’s former group chief financial officer and interim group CEO – as its new group chief executive.
Windsor took on the interim CEO position in May 2024, after then CEO Stephen Bird confirmed he was departing the asset manager as it was “moving to fresh leadership”.
According to the firm, a formal succession process was initiated at that time, resulting in the board considering a number of candidates for the role, both internal and external, in line with the group's long term succession planning.
“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,” remarked Sir Douglas Flint, chairman of abrdn.
“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 added: "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 CFO, while a search process for a permanent replacement for the role has commenced.
