ANZ Group country head for Fiji Rabih Yazbek will be concluding his role in the country in early April this year to take up his new appointment as ANZ’s head of Client Coverage for the United Kingdom and Europe.
According to the banking group, Mr Yazbek has played a pivotal role in strengthening the bank’s presence in Fiji and the Pacific, guiding the business through the country’s post-COVID recovery, and delivering strong growth across both the commercial and retail banking segments.
Under his leadership, the bank stated it had deepened relationships with key clients and stakeholders, accelerated its digital banking agenda and delivered strong home lending growth; and his focus on developing local talent and championing sound risk management had positioned the bank as a resilient business, well placed for future growth. ANZ Pacific regional executive Sarah Stubbings said Mr Yazbek had made an outstanding contribution to the banking group and the Pacific region. She said his leadership had not only strengthened their business but also supported Fiji’s economy through a critical period of recovery and growth.
“Rabih leaves behind a legacy of deep customer relationships, strong regulatory engagement, and a values-led culture that will serve us well into the future,” Ms Stubbings said in a statement.
“This is a fantastic and well-deserved opportunity for Rabih and a testament to everything he has learnt and contributed during his time with us.
“The ANZ Fiji team are immensely grateful for his dedication and wish him every success as he takes on this exciting next chapter in his career,” she said.
Mr Yazbek said it had been a privilege to serve in his position in the country, having worked alongside “an exceptional team that is deeply committed to supporting customers and communities across the Pacific”.
“I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together. While I will miss Fiji and the many relationships built over the years, I am excited for the opportunity to help strengthen ANZ’s presence in the UK and Europe and continue contributing to the bank’s international growth,” he said.Mr Yazbek will be based in London.
Meanwhile, ANZ is working through the next steps regarding the appointment of a new country head for Fiji.
