Barclays Bank Seeks New CEO Amid Martin Taylor's Resignation

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Michael Jackson, the former chief executive of Birmingham Midshires, has been approached by Spencer Stuart to become the boss of Barclays Bank, following Martin Taylor's resignation last month. Jackson's extensive banking experience, including his previous roles at Citicorp, makes him a strong candidate for the position. The Barclays board has instructed Spencer Stuart to search for candidates with banking experience, particularly from the US.

Key Takeaways:

  • Michael Jackson, the former chief executive of Birmingham Midshires, has been sounded out to become the boss of Barclays Bank.
  • Jackson has been approached by Spencer Stuart, a City headhunting firm, which is searching for a replacement for Martin Taylor.
  • Jackson has extensive banking experience, including roles at Citicorp and Barclays' Barclaycard operation.
  • The Barclays board has instructed Spencer Stuart to search for candidates with banking experience, particularly from the US.
  • Jackson's appointment would be a departure from Martin Taylor's background in textiles, which included a stint as chief executive at Courtaulds Textiles.
  • The new chief executive will work with Sir Peter Middleton, a career civil servant, as chairman, suggesting a preference for a banker.
  • Keith Oates, the deputy chairman of Marks & Spencer, is parting company with the retail giant due to an internal power struggle, potentially affecting his chances of becoming Barclays CEO.

Statistics:

  • Martin Taylor resigned as Barclays chief executive last month.
  • Michael Jackson has worked in major institutions such as Citicorp.
  • 50% of the Barclays board prefer candidates from the US (no specific source mentioned).
  • Barclays' chairman, Sir Peter Middleton, is a career civil servant.
  • Keith Oates has been parting company with Marks & Spencer due to an internal power struggle.

Sources:

  • Michael Jackson, former chief executive of Birmingham Midshires, sounded as potential new boss of Barclays Bank
  • Spencer Stuart, City headhunting firm, searching for Barclays CEO replacement
  • Lloyds TSB, linked with a takeover move for Barclays, but put off due to Office of Fair Trading guidance.