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Richard Austin

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Chief Operating Officer at British International Investment
📍 London Area, United Kingdom

Richard Austin is the Chief Operating Officer at British International Investment, bringing a global track record from financial services, technology, and consulting. With a background including senior roles at Standard Chartered Bank, he specializes in transformation, strategy, and risk management. He holds a BA from the University of Warwick.

Richard is also a coach and mentor for Boston Consulting Groups RISE Programme, which is designed to enhance employability by building high-demand business and digital skills.

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Experience
32 Years
Current Role
Chief Operating Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Digital Transformation
Advises on digital transformation for BCG and has participated in public Q&A sessions discussing its impact on the banking industry.
Impact Investing
As COO of the UK's development finance institution, his work directly supports investment in businesses across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean to create inclusive economies.
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Career

Work history

10-2024
Chief Operating Officer
British International Investment
5-2024 - 9-2024
Coach / Mentor / Advisor
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
1-2023 - 9-2024
Strategic Advisor
Freelance
5-2021 - 8-2022
Global Head, Governance, Strategy and Change, COO, T&I
Standard Chartered Bank
1-2019 - 5-2021
Global Head, Governance and Change, COO, T&I
Standard Chartered Bank
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Richard Austin - British International Investment. Featured in British International Investment (official website)
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Education
1987 - 1990
BA
University of Warwick
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