Rt Hon Sir Sajid Javid is one of the United Kingdom’s most experienced economic and political leaders, widely hired as a keynote speaker for his rare combination of frontline government decision-making and senior global financial services expertise. Having served at the highest levels of Cabinet, including as Chancellor of the Exchequer and Secretary of State for Business, his perspective spans fiscal policy, international markets, geopolitics and leadership under pressure. His career trajectory from global finance to national leadership gives audiences a grounded and credible insight into how economic decisions shape societies, businesses and global stability.
Before entering Parliament, Sir Sajid built a distinguished career in international banking. Rising to the top tier of global finance, he became a Board member at Deutsche Bank, where he led credit trading, equity convertibles, commodities and private equity businesses across Asia. This period immersed him in the mechanics of global capital flows, emerging markets and risk management at scale. His exposure to complex financial systems and multinational leadership laid the foundation for his later work shaping national economic policy and engaging with global investors and institutions.
Transitioning into public service, Sir Sajid was elected to Parliament and rapidly progressed through senior ministerial roles, culminating in his tenure as Chancellor of the Exchequer and Secretary of State for Business between 2015 and 2020. In these positions, he was responsible for steering the UK economy through periods of profound uncertainty, overseeing major fiscal decisions and representing the country on the global stage. Alongside his government career, he has maintained a strong presence in policy and business advisory roles, including serving as a Senior Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, a Visiting Fellow at Saïd Business School, and a Senior Advisor to JPMorgan. He is currently a Partner at Centricus Partners.
As a speaker, Sir Sajid is highly sought after for his clarity, authority and real-world insight. He speaks with credibility on leadership, economic resilience, global risk and the interface between government and business. Drawing on experience from Cabinet rooms, boardrooms and international forums, he delivers practical lessons on navigating uncertainty, making high-stakes decisions and leading through change. His ability to translate complex economic and political realities into clear, actionable insights makes him a compelling and impactful speaker for senior executives, policymakers and global audiences alike.
