McGuire relocates from the UK where he worked in various roles for the company over the past seven years. In his new role as head of bank distribution in the Middle East, McGuire will report to Standard Life International, DIFC branch, chief executive Chris Divito.
Commenting on the promotion, Divito said: “In his new role, Sean will work towards building long term relationships which will be beneficial for both customers and distribution partners. With this new senior appointment, we look forward to further build our long term savings and investments business in the region.
“The Middle East is a key market for Standard Life, and is part of the company’s long term growth strategy. We are committed to the region and aim to grow organically and opportunistically over the coming years.”
Standard Life opened its first office in the Middle East in the Dubai International Financial Centre in late 2012.
The Dubai office followed hot-on-the heels of the company’s expansion into Singapore and last week Standard Life said the CEO of that office, Neal Armstrong, has now been handed management of Hong Kong, with Roy Halliday leaving the company.
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