Alan Keir is an experienced chief executive who has successfully led a range of large operations through significant challenges. He has a 30-year track record in a variety of leadership roles across a range of businesses within HSBC. He has held several global roles and has strong expertise in finance, regulation, politics, government and international markets. Mr Keir is currently a director of HSBC UK Bank Plc and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe.