Santander Appoints Four New Executives Amid TSB Integration

Santander UK has unveiled four additions to its Executive Committee as part of a broader leadership realignment designed to bring the business closer to the operating model of its parent, Banco Santander.

The changes come as the bank continues progressing the integration of TSB into its operations.

The leadership overhaul spans key areas including finance, accounting, compliance and payments.

Three of the four appointments stem from structural adjustments introduced by CEO Officer Mahesh Aditya to better reflect the Group’s framework.

Executive committee restructuring

Tom Ranger is set to assume the role of Chief Financial Officer from 1 October 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

He returns to Santander UK following two years as Chief Financial Officer at Yorkshire Building Society. Ranger brings 25 years of financial services experience, including 17 years previously spent within Santander UK.

He will replace Angel Santodomingo, who has held the CFO position since 2023. Angel will step down as an Executive Director of Santander UK Group Holdings plc and Santander UK plc on 31 October 2026, ahead of taking on a new position at Banco Santander in January 2027.

Tom says: “I’m very pleased to be returning to Santander UK in the role of CFO.

“The acquisition of TSB marks an important new chapter for the bank and I look forward to supporting a successful integration and working with both new and former colleagues.”

In parallel, Steve Affleck has been appointed Chief Accounting Officer, effective immediately.

Previously Deputy CFO, Steve has led Santander UK’s Financial Control division since 2020 and brings 23 years of experience within the organisation.

Both Tom and Steve will report directly to Mahesh.

Santander UK says that the revised finance structure is aligned with the wider group model, enabling clearer accountability and sharper focus across senior leadership.

Payments and compliance updates

A new Executive Committee role has been established to oversee the cards business.

Iñaki Perkins joins as Head of Cards & Payments, reflecting the increasing strategic importance of this area across both Santander UK and the wider Group.

He brings more than 20 years of industry experience, including his previous role as CEO of Spanish digital bank WiZink Bank.

Meanwhile, Michael Christodoulides will join as Chief Compliance Officer from 1 November 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

Michael arrives from Barclays UK, where he currently serves in the same role.

He has 19 years of experience spanning compliance advisory, oversight and operational delivery.

Strategic focus on integration

These leadership changes come as Santander UK advances its integration with TSB, strengthening its position within the UK banking landscape.

Mahesh says: “I am delighted to welcome four excellent new additions to my Executive Committee.

“At an incredibly exciting time for our business as we integrate TSB and work towards becoming one of the most substantial, competitive banks in the UK, the breadth and depth of their expertise and experience will be pivotal to our success. 

“The changes will bring us into closer alignment with the wider Group and strengthen our ability to deliver our strategic priorities.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank Angel Santodomingo for his invaluable contribution as CFO since 2023. He has shown strong leadership of the finance function and played an important role in managing the bank’s financial position during a significant period of change.”

The announcement follows Santander’s latest financial update, which showed underlying profit rising 15% to €7.3bn (US$8.3bn) in the first half of the year.

Revenue increased by 6% to €30.8bn (US$35.1bn), while total customer numbers grew by 12 million to reach 182 million.