BCS promotes John Barker

BCS promotes John Barker

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Russian brokerage BCS has appointed John Barker as executive chairman of BCS Financial Group.

He joined the firm as non-executive director in January last year.

In his new position – which is a newly-created role - Barker will focus on driving business strategy for the firm’s international business. He will also oversee corporate governance issues such as the regulatory, risk management and compliance systems.

“Since receiving FCA approval in June last year, the BCS international business has gone from strength to strength. It is crucial that as we continue to expand that we have the right people and infrastructure firmly in place. John’s leadership skills, knowledge of the buy and sell side, and his reputation and credibility in the market will add significant value to the firm as we seek to build on our early successes," said Tim Bevan, managing director of BCS Prime Brokerage.

The firm further strengthened its international business by recently becoming a member of the London Stock Exchange.

Before joining BCS, Barker was managing director and head of international at Liquidnet Europe. He has also held various senior positions at Instinet Global Services Ltd, including director of operations, head of trade support and managing the membership of multiple exchanges, clearing and settlement systems. During this time, John was also a board member at Instinet.


 

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