Hammerson plc (LON:HMSO) has announced that Himanshu Raja has informed the Board of his intention to retire from his position as Chief Financial Officer. He will step down as CFO and as a Director of the Company on 12 August 2026, following publication of the Company’s results for the half-year ended 30 June 2026.
After five years as Hammerson’s CFO and a career spanning 40 years with 15 years as a listed company CFO, across a multitude of sectors, Himanshu has decided now is the right time for him to retire.
Himanshu will remain employed by the Company for the next 12 months. During this period, he will remain available to assist with an orderly transition. Richard Shaw, Deputy CFO, will become Interim CFO when Himanshu steps down.
The Board will now commence a formal and thorough recruitment process to identify a permanent successor for Himanshu, which will include consideration of internal and external candidates. Further updates will be given in due course.
Rob Wilkinson, Chief Executive Officer of Hammerson, said, “Hammerson’s FY25 results are a testament to the hard work and exceptional execution of the Hammerson team over the last five years. Himanshu has been an outstanding CFO over that period, leaving the Group well placed for the next phase of growth. I would like to personally thank him for his support and continued commitment to Hammerson’s success.”
Himanshu Raja, CFO of Hammerson, said, “When I look back at my time at Hammerson, what stands out for me is the amazing people and the phenomenal progress we have made together. I’m sincerely grateful to my colleagues, the Executive team and the Board for their support throughout my time here. As I retire, I leave with genuine confidence in the future of the business and its continued success.”
Robert Noel, Chair of Hammerson, said, “Over the past five years Himanshu has been a valued member of the Hammerson Executive team and Board, supporting the Company’s turnaround and transformation and helping to strengthen Hammerson’s financial position. On behalf of the Board, I want to thank him for his contribution to Hammerson’s success and wish him the very best for the future.”
The remuneration arrangements in relation to Himanshu’s retirement from the Company, which will be consistent with the Company’s Remuneration Policy, will be disclosed on the Company’s website at the appropriate time in accordance with section 430(2B) of the Companies Act 2006.
There is no further information to be declared in accordance with UK Listing Rule 6.4.6.
