Standard Chartered Names Peter Burrill as Interim Group CFO Following Diego De Giorgi’s Exit

Standard Chartered has announced the appointment of Peter Burrill as interim group chief financial officer, effective immediately, following the departure of Diego De Giorgi, who has stepped down to pursue an external opportunity. The leadership change was confirmed by the British multinational lender on Tuesday and marks a significant transition within the bank’s senior management team.

Peter Burrill, who joined Standard Chartered in 2017, currently serves as group head of central finance and deputy chief financial officer. In his new interim role, Burrill will be based in London and will report directly to Group Chief Executive Officer Bill Winters. The bank stated that the appointment ensures continuity and stability in its financial leadership while a permanent successor is identified. An official announcement regarding a long-term group CFO appointment is expected to be made in due course.

Diego De Giorgi joined Standard Chartered in September 2023 and was appointed group CFO in January 2024. Despite his relatively short tenure in the role, the bank expressed appreciation for his contributions and confirmed that his departure takes effect immediately. No further details were provided regarding his next professional move.

Burrill brings extensive financial and banking experience to the interim CFO position. Before joining Standard Chartered, he held senior leadership roles at Deutsche Bank, where he served as group controller and co-head of group finance. His career began at KPMG, where he spent nearly two decades working across the United States and Germany, gaining deep expertise in audit, financial management, and global banking operations.

Standard Chartered’s decision to appoint an internal candidate with strong institutional knowledge reflects its focus on maintaining operational consistency during a leadership transition. As interim group CFO, Burrill is expected to oversee the bank’s financial strategy, reporting, and governance while supporting ongoing business priorities across its global markets.

The appointment comes at a time when global banks are navigating economic uncertainty, regulatory pressures, and evolving market conditions. Investors and analysts will be watching closely as Standard Chartered moves forward with its search for a permanent chief financial officer and continues to execute its long-term growth strategy.