Tayyab Khan

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Asia Head of Securities Services Technology (CIO) & Global Head of Operational Resiliency at Citi

Singapore

Overview

Tayyab Khan is a seasoned technology executive with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as Asia Head of Securities Services Technology (CIO) at Citi. He has a proven record of leading global teams and delivering complex technology modernisation initiatives. Colleagues describe him as professional, supportive, and engaging.

Driven by a deep interest in organisational behaviour and transformation, Tayyab recently earned a part-time MSc in Psychology from London Metropolitan University. He actively mentors students and recent graduates, offering career advice and guidance, and has a strong interest in the human factors shaping technology adoption.

He has recently authored academic papers on the intersection of psychology and artificial intelligence, focusing on Human-Centred AI (HCAI) and trust in human-AI interaction.

Personality Overview

Risk Tolerant

Objective Evaluator

Big Vision Person

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.

Topics They Care About

Human-Centred AI
Published academic papers in 2025 exploring the integration of psychological theories into AI design and user trust, stemming from his recent MSc in Psychology.
Technology Modernisation
His career is focused on delivering complex transformational initiatives, technology modernisation, and driving efficiency in financial services technology at both Citi and Standard Chartered Bank.
Organisational Psychology
Completed an MSc in Psychology with a dissertation on organisational transformation, reflecting a strong personal and professional interest in the human side of technology adoption.

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Work History

8-2024
Asia Head of Securities Services Technology (CIO) & Global Head of Operational Resiliency at Citi
4-2021 - 8-2024
Asia Head of Technology Implementations, Securities Services at Citi
2-2020 - 4-2021
Global Head of Custody Technology, Securities Services at Standard Chartered Bank
3-2017 - 2-2020
Global Head of Fund Services Technology, Securities Services at Standard Chartered Bank
1-2015 - 3-2017
Fund Services Product Development, Securities Services at Standard Chartered Bank

Education

4-2024 - 6-2025
Master of Science - MSc from London Metropolitan University
2008 - 2010
Executive MBA from Bayes Business School

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Insights For Selling To Tayyab

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tayyab is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tayyab

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tayyab move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Tayyab take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Tayyab

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