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L&G picks Santander’s António Simões to succeed Sir Nigel Wilson as CEO

Former banker to take over from City titan Sir Nigel Wilson at one of UK's largest financial services firms

Outgoing CEO Sir Nigel Wilson became one of the City's best-known leaders during his distinguished career
Outgoing CEO Sir Nigel Wilson became one of the City's best-known leaders during his distinguished career Photo: Chris Ratcliffe/Getty Images

Santander's Europe head António Simões will become the new chief executive of Legal & General when Sir Nigel Wilson retires at the start of next year.

Simões, a former HSBC banker and McKinsey partner, will take charge of the £1.2tn pensions and investment giant from 1 January 2024.

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