Daraius
CEO - UK - iCEO #94139

Experience

A highly experienced Independent Non-Executive Director and former COO with over 30 years in global financial services, bringing deep expertise in governance, risk, regulatory transformation, and strategic change.

Major Achievements

Delivered enterprise-wide transformation and governance enhancement at HSBC, aligning risk, operations, and strategy to support sustainable growth and regulatory compliance. Proven track record at Group level within complex, regulated environments, including senior leadership roles at HSBC. Recognised for strengthening board effectiveness, chairing audit and risk committees, and guiding organisations through transformation, digitalisation, and ESG integration. Combines commercial judgement with rigorous oversight, offering constructive challenge and support to executive teams. Now building a portfolio of board roles, with a focus on financial services, fintech, and organisations navigating regulatory, operational, and strategic complexity.

Industry Sector Competencies

Systems Integration

Yacht Manufacturing

Financial Services

Private Equity

Start-ups and SMEs

Professional Objectives

Function: Non-Executive Director. Interim Management, Coaching

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: No

Operational: Yes

Availability: Part time, coaching on demand

Prefered Locations: UK and France, but would consider global locations

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Australia

France

Luxembourg

Oman

USA

Operational Competencies

DEI strategy (Professional)

ESG & sustainability strategy (Professional)

Technologies to market (Professional)

Business development (Professional)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Professional)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Close down or sell off (Professional)

Pre or post investment audit (Professional)