Skipton CEO retires

Monday 23 December 2024

Skipton Group has announced that, after over 15 years as Skipton International CEO, Jim Coupe will retire in 2025.

Mr Coupe has been described as a driving force behind the growth of Skipton International since its inception following the merger of Skipton Guernsey and Scarborough Channel Islands in 2009.

Part of the Skipton Group, Skipton International is one of the largest lenders of its kind with mortgage lending surpassing £2bn.

Mr Coupe's experience has been instrumental in the growth of the bank. During his tenure Skipton International has seen innovation in products including the UK buy-to-let proposition. The bank has seen strong growth in customer numbers – with Skipton International now supporting customers in over 100 countries.

With Mr Coupe at the helm, Skipton International says it has worked to exceed customer expectations in providing a winning combination of best interest rates and service for offshore savings accounts - scooping multiple industry awards including most recently retaining the Moneyfacts best Offshore Account provider for the third year running, and the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award for the fifth year running.

Stuart Haire, Skipton Group CEO, said the team will all miss Mr Coupe's guidance.

“I’d like to thank Jim for his 15-year service to Skipton International and to the Skipton Group. During this time and thanks to his significant contribution, Skipton International has grown to be one of the largest lenders of its kind. Jim has been an active member of island life on Guernsey, and I have no doubt he’ll remain so in his well-earned retirement.”

Mr Coupe will remain in his role until the summer, with work already underway on finding his successor.

“It has been an immense privilege to lead Skipton International for what will be over 15 years," he said. "From our beginnings in 2009, following the merger of Skipton Guernsey and Scarborough Channel Islands, to our position today as a market leader in mortgage lending and savings solutions, the journey has been both humbling and rewarding.

"The success we have achieved has been a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of the entire Skipton International team. Together, we’ve delivered innovative products, expanded our reach, and consistently prioritised exceptional service - achievements I am incredibly proud of.

"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to my colleagues, our customers, and the wider Skipton Group for their trust and support throughout my tenure. As I look ahead to the next chapter, I do so with immense pride in what we’ve built together and great confidence in Skipton International’s future.”

Pictured top: Jim Coupe, CEO of Skipton International.