John Kenyon
About John Kenyon
John Kenyon serves as the Chief of Staff for Financial Crime at HSBC, a position he has held since 2023. With over two decades of experience in various roles at HSBC, he has developed a strong background in risk management and strategy across multiple regions.
Work at HSBC
John Kenyon has been serving as Chief of Staff, Financial Crime at HSBC since 2023. Prior to this role, he held several key positions within the organization. From 2020 to 2023, he was the Group Head of Financial Crime Affiliate Risk and Management Office in Hong Kong SAR. His earlier roles at HSBC include Global & Asia Pacific Head of Strategy, Engagement and Governance from 2017 to 2020, and Chief Risk Officer, CMB Asia Pacific & Global COO, CMB Risk from 2012 to 2017. His career at HSBC began in 2002 in Sydney, Australia, where he worked in Risk until 2006, followed by a role in Global Risk Strategy in London until 2009.
Education and Expertise
John Kenyon holds a Bachelor of Business degree in Banking and Finance from the University of South Australia, which he completed from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Applied Finance from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management between 2000 and 2003. In 2019, he attended the Australian Institute of Company Directors to study International Company Directors. His educational background supports his extensive experience in financial crime, risk management, and strategic governance.
Background
John Kenyon has a diverse professional background that spans multiple countries and roles within the financial sector. He has worked in various capacities at HSBC, including risk management and strategy roles in Sydney, London, and Hong Kong. His career at HSBC reflects a commitment to addressing financial crime and enhancing risk management practices across different regions. His experience includes leadership in team development and project delivery at both regional and global levels.
Achievements
Throughout his career, John Kenyon has demonstrated leadership and team development skills across various geographies and lines of business. He has extensive experience in re-engineering processes and project delivery, contributing to improvements at country, regional, and global levels. His strong background in capital and portfolio management within the financial sector has positioned him as a knowledgeable leader in financial crime and risk management.