Organisational Structure Overview
Organisational Structure Overview
Global Trust Bank (GTB) operates as a publicly listed international banking institution headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The Bank is structured around four core business divisions and five support functions, all reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer through a clearly defined governance framework.
Core Business Divisions
| Division | Head | Headquarters | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail & Personal Banking | Sarah Mitchell, Managing Director | London | 12,400 |
| Corporate & Institutional Banking | James Thornton, Managing Director | London | 8,200 |
| Wealth Management & Private Banking | Helena Gruber, Managing Director | Singapore | 3,800 |
| Markets & Securities | David Okonkwo, Managing Director | New York | 5,600 |
Support Functions
- Risk Management — Oversees credit, market, operational, and regulatory risk across all divisions.
- Finance & Treasury — Responsible for financial reporting, capital management, and liquidity oversight.
- Technology & Operations — Manages the Bank's technology infrastructure, digital platforms, and operational processes.
- Human Resources — Covers talent acquisition, employee relations, learning and development, and compensation.
- Legal & Compliance — Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements, manages legal affairs, and oversees the compliance framework.
Governance Framework
The Board of Directors sits at the apex of the governance structure, supported by five Board Committees:
- Audit Committee
- Risk Committee
- Remuneration Committee
- Nomination Committee
- Technology & Transformation Committee
Each core business division operates with a Divisional Executive Committee, which reports to the Group Executive Committee (GEC). The GEC meets fortnightly and is chaired by the Group CEO, Sir Richard Haldane.
Regional Structure
Global Trust Bank maintains a regional management overlay to ensure local regulatory compliance and market responsiveness. The five regions are:
- UK & Ireland — Managed from London
- Europe — Managed from Frankfurt
- Americas — Managed from New York
- Middle East & Africa — Managed from Dubai
- Asia-Pacific — Managed from Singapore
Regional CEOs hold dual reporting lines to the Group CEO and to the relevant Divisional Managing Directors, ensuring alignment between global strategy and local execution.
Organisation Chart
A detailed interactive organisation chart is available on the GTB intranet under Corporate Services > Organisation > Structure. Printed copies may be requested from Corporate Affairs by emailing corporate.affairs@globaltrust.com.
For questions regarding organisational design or restructuring proposals, please contact the Chief Operating Officer's office.