Emmajane Varley

Emmajane Varley is an accomplished communications and marketing executive currently serving as Managing Director and Global Head of Communications & Marketing at Crown Agents Bank since November 2025. With extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations, Emmajane has demonstrated expertise in strategic communications, transformation, and employee engagement. Previous positions include Senior Communications Strategist at The Smarty Train, Director of Reputation and Communications at Legal & General, and Global Head of Communications at HSBC, where key achievements included pioneering change initiatives, enhancing employer branding, and driving significant social campaigns. Emmajane is also a Non Executive Director and People Committee Chair at the Forward Institute, focusing on leadership development and societal impact. Emmajane holds multiple degrees, including a Post Graduate Marketing Diploma from Imperial College London and a Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in English Literature from the University of the West of England.