Sarah Telford
About Sarah Telford
Sarah Telford serves as the Head of Sanctions CoE for the UK and Europe at HSBC, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in sanctions and finance, she has over 14 years of experience in the banking sector, including previous roles at HSBC and Lloyds Banking Group.
Current Role at HSBC
Sarah Telford serves as the Head of Sanctions CoE UK & Europe at HSBC, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees sanctions compliance across the UK and European regions, ensuring that the bank adheres to regulatory requirements and internal policies. Her leadership is critical in navigating complex sanctions landscapes and implementing effective compliance strategies.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Prior to her current role, Sarah Telford worked at HSBC as the Transatlantic Deputy Head of Sanctions CoE from 2018 to 2021. She also held the position of Sanctions Team Lead Manager from 2016 to 2018. In these roles, she contributed to the development and execution of sanctions policies and procedures, enhancing the bank's compliance framework.
Career Background in Financial Services
Sarah Telford has a diverse background in the financial services industry. She began her career at Scottish Widows, where she worked as a Finance Administrator from 2000 to 2014. She then transitioned to Lloyds Banking Group, serving as an AML Investigator for one year and later as an AML Flow Leader for 11 months. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in compliance and regulatory matters.
Education and Early Life
Sarah Telford studied at Currie High School from 1996 to 1998. Her education laid the groundwork for her career in finance and compliance, equipping her with essential skills for her future roles in the financial sector.