Richard Hayes

Richard Hayes

Chief Strategist, Transaction Banking,  Nordea

In February 2026 Richard assumed the role of Chief Strategist, Transaction Banking with responsibility for developing Nordea’s corporate treasury agenda, specifically focused on trade finance, working capital optimisation, and cash management.  Prior to moving into his current role Richard has held several leadership positions within Transactional Banking, including Head of Trade Solutions Denmark and Nordic Head of Working Capital.  Richard is a thought leader in geopolitical trade, with particular focus on the emerging impact trade policy has within corporate treasury. 

Richard is based in Copenhagen and joined Nordea in 2018 following over a decade in client coverage at HSBC working extensively in emerging and developed markets.


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