Ian Wilson, head of Halifax Intermediaries and Scottish Widows Bank, has announced his retirement.

Wilson joined Halifax as a cashier in Aberdeen more than 40 years ago, later becoming a business development manager. In 2007 he was appointed head of sale for Halifax intermediaries before taking over responsibility for Scottish Widows Bank in 2019 and becoming head of both brands.

In a statement, the bank said Wilson was instrumental in delivering product transfers to brokers, launching Scottish Widows Later Life, and successfully managing both brands through the pandemic.

He will retire on 8 April 2022.

Lloyds Banking Group managing director intermediaries Esther Dijkstra says: “Ian has had a long, loyal and successful career with the business. Much of where we are now is due in no small part to the role Ian has played.

“On behalf of Lloyds Banking Group and his team, I want to thank Ian for his leadership, and I wish him the very best for a well-earned and enjoyable retirement.”

Wilson says: “I have had a long career with the Group, having joined Halifax when it was still a building society, and the time is now right for something new.

“I will be leaving behind a great many colleagues and friends made over my 40 years, who I know share my desire to see the business go from strength to strength. I wish them all the best for the future.”