“As we continue to upgrade and digitise our services, we’re always conscious that the money being spent belongs to our members. This means it’s important we get good value and invest efficiently.
The sustainability of the Society for current members – and future generations – is at the forefront of our decision-making. We shouldn’t differentiate ourselves on price alone, but on the total value of what we offer members – things like service standards, the human touch, multiple options for accessing our services, and long-term customer relationships. We’re always conscious of our role as a mutual building society rooted in our communities, and the importance of contributing positively to these communities - and indeed, to the wider society.”
Brendan O'Connor
Independent Non-Executive Director
Appointed to the Board
January 2021
Committee membership
Chair of the Board Technology Oversight Committee and member of the Remuneration Committee and Board Risk Committee.
Experience
Over 35 years’ experience at Allied Irish Bank including Head of its Global Treasury Services, Head of Corporate Banking International and Head of Business Banking. Most recently on AIB Group leadership team as Head of Financial Solutions Group before becoming CEO of AIB UK plc in 2015.
External appointments
Non-Executive Director at Ford Credit Europe Bank plc.
“As we continue to upgrade and digitise our services, we’re always conscious that the money being spent belongs to our members. This means it’s important we get good value and invest efficiently.
The sustainability of the Society for current members – and future generations – is at the forefront of our decision-making. We shouldn’t differentiate ourselves on price alone, but on the total value of what we offer members – things like service standards, the human touch, multiple options for accessing our services, and long-term customer relationships.
We’re always conscious of our role as a mutual building society rooted in our communities, and the importance of contributing positively to these communities - and indeed, to the wider society.”
