Abrdn have today announced that group CEO, Stephen Bird, is stepping down.
- Abrdn's group CEO, Stephen Bird, is stepping down after four years, following significant strategic repositioning.
- Jason Windsor, who joined as group CFO in October, will serve as interim CEO while a permanent replacement is sought.
- Bird will work alongside Windsor until June 30 for a smooth transition, then placed on garden leave until December 31, after leading key initiatives like a transformation program and the Interactive Investor takeover.
The decision follows significant strategic repositioning. Jason Windsor, who became group CFO in October, will serve as interim CEO while a permanent replacement is sought. Bird led key initiatives, including a transformation program and the £1.49 billion takeover of Interactive Investor. He leaves Abrdn positioned with diversified revenues, strong capital, and a refreshed leadership team poised to realize its full potential.
