Close Brothers Group plc ("the group" or "Close Brothers") is pleased to announce the appointment of Fiona McCarthy as an executive member of the Board of Directors, with effect from 29 August 2025.

Following Mike Morgan's appointment to Group Chief Executive, Fiona was appointed as Chief Finance Officer of the group in January 2025 and is also a member of the Group Executive Committee. She will retain these responsibilities as part of her new role as an executive director.

Fiona joined the group in 2019 as  the  Financial Planning and Analysis Director and has over 30 years' experience in financial services across the retail, commercial, corporate and investment banking sectors. Prior to joining Close Brothers, Fiona held a number of senior finance roles at UBS and Natwest, most recently as interim Chief Finance Officer for the global investment bank of UBS.

Mike Biggs, Chair said:

"I am delighted to be welcoming Fiona to the Board.

During her six years with the group, Fiona has provided effective leadership of the finance teams, with a demonstrable track record of delivery. She brings extensive experience and deep knowledge of the organisation and her appointment ensures strong continuity in the group's leadership team.

I look forward to working closely with Fiona to continue building on our proven business model for future years."

There are no other matters to be disclosed under the UK Listing Rule 6.4.8.R in relation to Fiona McCarthy's appointment.

Enquiries

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About Close Brothers

Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading.  We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250.

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