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At EY Financial Services, we share a single focus – to build a better financial services industry, one that is stronger, fairer and more sustainable.
Now more than ever, as we plan for a post-COVID-19 world, financial services companies will need to harness the power of technology to transform their operations at scale and speed, to provide the products and services the customer of the future will demand.
The strength of our EY teams lies in the power of our people and technology, and the possibilities that arise when they converge to reframe the future. With extensive knowledge in financial services transformation, we are driving innovation with risk and regulation insight. Helping companies become stronger and more sustainable.
This is how our EY professionals are helping to build long-term value for our financial services clients. It’s how we play our part in building a better working world.

Three strategic priorities for banking CROs in 2026

The EY/IIF bank risk management survey highlights the need for increased agility against diversifying risks. Find out more.

Nigel Moden + 2

Why the EU Anti-Money Laundering Authority brings both promise and challenges

Discover the challenges and promise of the EU’s new Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA), in unifying regulations and enhancing financial crime prevention.

Manuel Delgado + 1

Ecosystems in insurance: what winners do differently

Insurance Ecosystems: Learn how to leverage InsurTech partnerships and data-driven tech for growth, customer loyalty, and operational excellence in insurance.

Chris Payne

    The CFO Imperative: How do you transform data into insight?

    Finance leaders should accelerate an enhanced approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting. Find out more.

    EY Global

    How can banks transform for a new generation of customers?

    EY’s consumer banking survey reveals how banks need to transform to meet rising customer expectations. Find out more.

    Jan Bellens + 2

      How data can support financial services when assessing nature impact

      How can financial institutions start assessing their exposure to nature when market data is still evolving? Read more.

      Gill Lofts + 1

        Why the EU Anti-Money Laundering Authority brings both promise and challenges

        Discover the challenges and promise of the EU’s new Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA), in unifying regulations and enhancing financial crime prevention.

        Manuel Delgado + 1

          Three strategic priorities for banking CROs in 2026

          The EY/IIF bank risk management survey highlights the need for increased agility against diversifying risks. Find out more.

          Nigel Moden + 2

          As the Basel deadline nears, are banks up for the challenge?

          EY survey shows wide disparities in readiness and approach to Basel 3 Reforms as regulators increase scrutiny following bank failures. Discover more.

          Jared Chebib + 1

          How can banks transform for a new generation of customers?

          EY’s consumer banking survey reveals how banks need to transform to meet rising customer expectations. Find out more.

          Jan Bellens + 2

            Ecosystems in insurance: what winners do differently

            Insurance Ecosystems: Learn how to leverage InsurTech partnerships and data-driven tech for growth, customer loyalty, and operational excellence in insurance.

            Chris Payne

              How will you reframe the future of advice if today’s client is changing?

              Find out how wealth managers and private banks can enhance their clients’ lives using a blend of people and technology to deliver personalized advice.

              Jan Bellens + 3

                Case studies

                How EY is navigating global AI compliance: The EU AI Act and beyond

                EY is turning AI regulation into a strategic advantage. Learn more in this case study.

                How an established insurance company became digital-first

                UK insurer Hastings DIRECT wanted to rewrite the rules of its category by offering a seamless digital customer experience. Learn more about this case study.

                David Reid + 2

                Why human-centered thinking proved transformative for a global bank

                EY’s human-centered approach helped improve customer experience while ensuring multi-market regulatory compliance.

                Peter Neufeld + 1

                  How EY can Help

                  EY Financial Services EMEIA Webcasts

                  Our webcasts are a collaboration between EY and industry professionals covering a wide range of Financial Services topics.

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                  Our leaders

                  Omar Ali

                  EY Global Financial Services Leader
                  Passionate about building a better financial services industry with EY people and clients. Champion for DE&I and for helping people reach their potential. Board Chair, Advisor and Non-Executive Director.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Martina Keane

                  EY UK & Ireland Financial Services Leader
                  Passionate about driving innovation in financial services. Leads with people focus and client centricity. Mother of two children and two Labradors. Sports fan.
                  Dublin, Ireland

                  Hanne Kaerhoeg

                  EY EMEIA Financial Services Markets Leader
                  Focused on building and delivering client transformation for financial services businesses. Keen advocate for DE&I and the role of women in technology. Mother of three. Loves running and hiking.
                  Copenhagen, Denmark

                  Anne-Marie Balfe

                  EY EMEIA Financial Services Talent Leader
                  Talent strategist. Business transformation enthusiast. Committed to development. Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Mom who loves running.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Alex Birkin

                  EY Global Financial Services Consulting Leader and Managing Partner
                  Focused on supporting global financial services organization. Helping create long-term value for all stakeholders. Passionate about the outdoors, sports and cars. Proud husband and father of three.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Benoit Gerard

                  EY-Parthenon EMEIA Financial Services Strategy and Transactions Leader
                  Impact-driven strategic thinker with a technical edge. Passionate about financial services. Father of three daughters.
                  Diegem, Belgium

                  Hermin Hologan

                  EY Europe West Wealth & Asset Management Leader
                  Wealth and asset management advisor. Father. Keen golfer.
                   

                  Tara Kengla

                  EY EMEIA Financial Services Public Policy Leader
                  Partner in UK CFO Consulting Services. Global experience in Banking. Active on diversity iniatives at EY and in the business community in London.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Loubna Lemaire

                  EY Global and Europe West Financial Services Tax and Law Leader
                  Tax lawyer. Advocate for diversity, equity and inclusiveness. Optimistic leader. Change driver. Mother of two boys. Travel and culture enthusiast.
                  Paris, France

                  Philip Vermeulen

                  EY Europe West Financial Services Insurance Leader
                  Transformation leader and client relationship partner. Passionate about helping insurance clients fulfill their potential. Average runner, better cook. Proud husband and father of twin boys.
                  Zurich, Switzerland

                  Bharat Mathur

                  EY EMEIA Financial Services (FS) Strategic Alliances Leader; EY Global FS Microsoft Alliance Executive Sponsor; UK FS Payments Leader
                  Leader focused on driving value for clients by embedding disruptive technology into their businesses. Bharat is married to Smita and likes to unwind with family or on the tennis court.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Nigel Moden

                  EY Global Banking and Capital Markets Leader
                  Passionate believer in the banking industry as a force for good. Leading advocate for the talent agenda in EY. Builder of diverse teams. Avid cricketer.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Paul Noonan

                  EY EMEIA Financial Services Region Finance Leader
                  Finance leader and business advisor, driving better insights through analytics to facilitate better decisions. Husband. Father. Fitness enthusiast, golfer and rugby fan.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Claus-Peter Wagner

                  EY Global and Europe West Financial Services Assurance Managing Partner
                  Strengthens trust in financial markets. Delivers high quality audits. Develops future talent.
                  Eschborn/Frankfurt (Main), Germany

                  Anna Anthony

                  EY UK&I Regional Managing Partner
                  Proud to lead the EY UK & Ireland business of more than 20,000 people. Keen wildlife photographer.
                  London, United Kingdom

                  Stefano Battista

                  EY Europe West Financial Services Leader; EY Italy Deputy Leader
                  Transformational leader. Growth-oriented. Inspirer and motivator. Husband and father.
                  Milano, Italy

                  Olivier Coekelbergs

                  EY Europe West Financial Services Managed Services Leader
                  Passionate about Private Equity and mentoring talents. Loves fishing.
                  Luxembourg, Luxembourg

                  Ralf Eckert

                  EY Germany Managing Partner, Financial Services
                  Passionate about digital and talent transformation. Advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion. Father to three children. Golf enthusiast.
                  Eschborn/Frankfurt (Main), Germany

                  Xavier Freynet

                  EY France Managing Partner, Financial Services
                  Focused on helping clients through innovation, transformation and long-term collaboration. Family. Rugby.
                  Paris La Défense, France

                  Yannick Grécourt

                  EY Belgium Managing Partner, Financial Services
                  Innovative leader. Passionate about understanding clients. Curious about new technology. Energized by team success. Married sailor with two daughters.
                  Diegem, Belgium

                  Bruno Patusi

                  EY Europe West Financial Services Deputy Leader; EY Switzerland Financial Services Managing Partner
                  Passionate business leader. Trusted auditor and advisor to the financial services industry.
                  Zurich, Switzerland

                  Colin Ryan

                  EY Ireland Financial Services Leader
                  Passionate about effective teaming and finding novel approaches to complex problems. Known for building high performing teams and a commitment to long-term outcomes for EY clients.
                  Dublin, Ireland

                  Ana Salcedas

                  EY Portugal Financial Services Managing Partner, Ernst & Young, SROC
                  Responsible for building the Financial Services team in Portugal and Angola. Mother of two girls. Passionate about travelling and interacting with new people and cultures.
                  Lisbon, Portugal

                  Dan Saunders

                  EY Channel Islands Managing Partner, Financial Services
                  Leads audits and services to Jersey, Guernsey and international clients. Passionate about helping people achieve their potential. Enjoys traveling. Husband and father of two.
                  St. Helier, Jersey

                  Sven Tärnvik

                  EY Nordics Financial Services Managing Partner
                  Passionate about financial services and consulting. A “family man” with wife Tina and three children, living at Lidingö just outside Stockholm. Loves music. Pretty good cook and disastrous golfer.
                  Stockholm, Sweden

                  Careers in Financial Services

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