National Australia Bank appoints Andrew Irvine as new group CEO

  • National Australia Bank (NAB) has appointed Andrew Irvine as its new Group CEO and Managing Director, succeeding current CEO Ross McEwan.
  • Irvine has been with NAB since 2020, serving as the Group Executive for Business and Private Banking.
  • Ross McEwan is set to retire in April, marking the end of a distinguished career in financial and insurance services.
  • Andrew Irvine brings over 12 years of experience from the Bank of Montreal (BMO), where he held various leadership positions, including leading the Canadian business banking division.
  • Irvine is recognized for his expertise in digitization, transformation, and modernization, contributing significantly to NAB’s operational improvements.
  • The new appointment reflects NAB’s commitment to continuing positive growth and impact, with Irvine emphasizing responsibility for building on the existing foundation.
  • Irvine will officially assume the role of NAB CEO on April 2, and the bank will select a new Group Executive for Business and Private Banking in due course.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.

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