Last checked at 7 Aug 2020 07:00
Board Change at Hargreaves Lansdown plc
After a term of nine years serving on the Hargreaves Lansdown Board, and in line with corporate governance recommendations, Stephen Robertson has confirmed that he will not be standing for re-election at the Company's forthcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 8, October 2020. Fiona Clutterbuck has also informed the Board that, due to other professional commitments, she will also not be standing for re-election at the Company's forthcoming AGM.
A search process for new non-executive directors is currently underway with the aim of ensuring the composition of the Board will remain appropriate in terms of its size, independence, and in particular diversity.
Deanna Oppenheimer, Chair of Hargreaves Lansdown, said "Stephen has made an enormous contribution to the Group during his time with us, bringing considerable client experience as well as good humour and sharp insights to Board discussions. Fiona Clutterbuck has likewise made an invaluable contribution to the Group, not least in her role as Chair of the Remuneration Committee where she has overseen improvements to the process and structure for remuneration at all levels throughout the organisation. I would like to thank them both for their hard work and dedication and they both leave with our thanks and best wishes for the future."
Stephen Robertson said: "It's been an immense privilege to serve on the Board of Hargreaves Lansdown for the last nine years. As demonstrated by today's strong results, the Company is in the best possible shape and that is a tribute to the work of the executive team supported by the Board whom I will miss working alongside."
Fiona Clutterbuck said: "I have hugely enjoyed contributing to the Board of Hargreaves Lansdown and being part of a team that has delivered another year of record growth in challenging conditions. I wish the business continued success over the coming years."
NOTES TO EDITORS:
Fiona Clutterbuck was originally appointed in September 2017. She has served as Chair of the Board Remuneration Committee, and been a member of the Board Audit Committee, Board Nomination Committee and Board Risk Committee during her tenure.
Stephen Robertson was originally appointed in October 2011. He has served as a member of the Board Audit Committee, Board Investment Committee, Board Nomination Committee, Board Remuneration Committee and Board Risk Committee during his tenure.
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