Richard Shannon

Richard Shannon is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles across the financial services sector. Currently serving as Finance Director and Group Financial Controller at Secure Trust Bank since July 2021, Richard has successfully contributed to the completion of the annual report and accounts. Previously, Richard held the position of Finance Director at Debt Managers (Services) Ltd and led the UK finance function as Interim UK Finance Director for Hoist Finance UK Limited. Richard's earlier roles include Commercial Director and Finance Director at StepChange Debt Charity, and Director of IBA and Client Money at Towergate Insurance, where Richard established a Financial Operations Shared Service Centre. Richard began a finance career after training as a Secondary School teacher and has also served as Regional Finance Director at Towergate Insurance, Customer Services Director at Convergent Communications, and Head of Finance at O2. Richard holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Bristol.