Building society appoints new CEO to lead the way
Earl Shilton Building Society (esbs) has announced the appointment of Scott Devereux as its new chief executive officer.
With over two decades of experience in the financial services sector, Devereux brings a proven track record of driving innovation and operational excellence to this key leadership role.
His career has included positions at Alliance & Leicester and Nottingham Building Society, where he gained expertise in strategy, technology, operations and change management.
Devereux’s journey in financial services began at Alliance & Leicester, where his talent for data analysis and process improvement quickly became evident.
Early in his career, he developed automated management information systems that streamlined decision-making and enabled the organisation to adopt a more strategic, data-driven approach.
As he progressed, he focused on enhancing operational efficiency and performance reporting, delivering measurable improvements in sales and service across the branch network.
At Nottingham Building Society, where he spent 16 years, Devereux played a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s approach to transformation and customer experience.
Leading initiatives in strategic change and digital innovation, he helped deliver new mortgage and savings propositions while strengthening core technologies and ensuring regulatory compliance, including consumer duty improvements.
He said: “It’s a privilege to join Earl Shilton Building Society at such a pivotal time. As a Leicestershire local, I’ve long admired esbs and its commitment to serving the community and optimising value for its members. I look forward to working with the team to deliver sustainable growth while ensuring we continue to provide the best
value and service to our members.”
Alex Robinson, chair of esbs, said: “We are thrilled to have Scott on board. His extensive experience in leadership and innovation will be invaluable as we navigate the evolving financial landscape. Scott’s vision aligns perfectly with our goal of enhancing our offerings and optimising value for our communities and members.”
