Close Brothers CEO Adrian Sainsbury steps down after medical leave

With effect from 6 January

Sorin Dojan
clock • 2 min read

Adrian Sainsbury has stepped down from his role as Close Brothers group chief executive following a period of medical leave.

The wealth management business confirmed Sainsbury's stepped down on Monday (6 January). Sainsbury exited the top job to focus on his health, according to a stock exchange announcement. The board added that "he [Sainsbury] is recuperating well and expected to make a full recovery". "The board would like to sincerely thank Adrian for his material contribution during his 11 years with the group, the last four of which were as chief executive," said chair Mike Biggs. "During this time he has overseen a period of significant growth and development for the group, successfully leading ...

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