Barclays has announced the appointment of Kieran Whitty as Co-Head of Healthcare for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). He will work alongside Sid Chhibbar, who currently holds the same position. This move aligns with Barclays' strategy to bolster its presence in the UK and Continental Europe, areas identified as key growth markets for its Investment Bank.
Kieran Whitty joins Barclays after an 18-year tenure at Bank of America. During his time there, he was a Managing Director within the EMEA Healthcare team. His expertise spans advising clients across various segments of the healthcare industry, particularly in healthcare services and medtech. Notable transactions include advising PureHealth on acquiring Hellenic Healthcare Group and Nordic Capital on its exit from Sunrise Medical.
Sid Chhibbar, who has been with Barclays since 2015, focuses on corporate and financial sponsor clients in sectors such as Pharma and Pharma Services.
Richard Landgarten, Global Head of Healthcare and Real Estate at Barclays, expressed confidence in Whitty's ability to enhance their healthcare practice: “Kieran’s extensive industry expertise and his proven track record in helping clients will be hugely complementary to our already strong healthcare practice,” he said.
Alisdair Gayne, Co-Head of Investment Banking for EMEA at Barclays, emphasized the strategic importance of this appointment: “Kieran’s appointment demonstrates our continued investment in senior talent and our commitment to helping clients,” Gayne stated. He further noted that this move underscores their dedication to strengthening client relationships while driving growth and delivering shareholder returns.
Whitty is expected to join Barclays in June. He will be based in London and report directly to Richard Landgarten.