The UK’s fourth largest building society has announced that its long-serving chief executive is to step down later this montn.
David Cutter has worked for the Skipton Building Society in Yorkshire for almost 30 years, holding the top job for the last 13.
But now it has been announced that he will step down from his role at the society’s AGM in April.
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Mr Cutter’s departure follows a period of growth for the building society, while last year saw its Connells subsidiary taking over Countrywide plc to form the UK’s largest estate agents.
In a statement, Skipton said it was starting a process to appoint a “high calibre successor with the requisite blend of experience and expertise to lead the society into the future as it builds on its strong financial position, diversified business model and compelling customer proposition to continue to deliver for its members.”
Robert East, chair of Skipton, said: “David has made an outstanding contribution as group chief executive for the last 13 years and during his 28 year career with the society. He has led the society out of the challenges of the global financial crisis, through Covid and the transformative acquisition of Countrywide Plc by Connells to the robust financial health we enjoy today.
“The growth in membership, savings balances and mortgage lending through David’s tenure show his focus and dedication to serving and delivering for our members.”
Mr Cutter said: “It has been a privilege to lead Skipton and I am extremely proud of all that we have achieved. After almost 30 years with the society, and over 22 years on the board, having completed the acquisition of Countrywide and with an expected strong financial performance in 2021 against the backdrop of the pandemic, the board and I have agreed that I will step down from my role at the AGM.
“In the meantime, it’s business as usual as the society continues to help more people have a home, help people save for their life ahead, and support long term financial wellbeing.”
