BBus

Appointment

Independent Non-executive Director since 3 April 2024

Skills and experience

Ross McEwan has significant executive experience, including in the financial services industry, with deep expertise in capital allocation, risk management and value creation in complex regulatory environments. 

Ross has more than 30 years of experience, including as the CEO of National Bank of Australia from 2019 until April 2024 and Group CEO of the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) from 2013 to 2019. Prior to this, he held executive roles at Commonwealth Bank of Australia, First NZ Capital Securities and National Mutual Life Association of Australasia / AXA New Zealand.

Ross brings a strong focus on people and culture, technology and innovation and has deep experience in capital allocation and value creation. Ross has worked closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including customers, governments and regulators and brings a global perspective. He has a deep understanding of organisational transformation and brings a very strong focus on the customer and technology as a driver of change.

Current appointments 

Ross is currently on the Board of QinetiQ Group Plc (since March 2024), Ruminant Biotech Corp Limited (since June 2021) and Ruminant Biotech Australia Pty Limited (since September 2021). 

Committee membership

Risk and Audit Committee 
People and Remuneration Committee