Maiden’s over at National Express as board begins search for new FD
THE Group Finance Director for Birmingham-based National Express has quit the company to take a new role at speciality chemicals group Croda International.
The transport company said Jez Maiden would take up his new role early in the New Year, however, he would be staying on until then to ensure a smooth transition.
The National Express board is now started a search for his replacement and it has said it will consider both internal and external candidates.
It has appointed Matthew Ashley, currently Finance Director of National Express’s UK Bus business and formerly Group Financial Controller, as interim Group Finance Director and he will work alongside Maiden in the coming months as part of the handover.
Dean Finch, Group Chief Executive, said: “On behalf of everyone at National Express I would like to thank Jez for the significant contribution he has made as Finance Director over the past six years. We understand the reasons behind his decision and wish him every success in the future.”
Maiden added: “I have had a hugely enjoyable and rewarding time at National Express and will be sad to leave. I am looking forward to my new opportunity at Croda, in an industry where I began my plc career, and am confident National Express will continue to go from strength to strength.”
