Trustee
Christina brings more than 25 years’ experience as a lawyer and senior leader, working with boards and executive teams across international financial institutions. Most recently, she was a Managing Director and Associate General Counsel at J.P. Morgan, where she led several legal and governance teams. She previously held senior legal roles at Barclays and worked in leading international law firms. She studied at the University of Oxford.
Her experience spans financial services, corporate governance, regulatory matters and organisational change, alongside leading and developing teams across several countries. She brings a practical approach to complex issues, combining constructive challenge with support for leaders as they make decisions and deliver change.
Christina is committed to widening access to opportunity and helping people recognise and realise their potential. Through her work in mentoring and diversity and inclusion, she has seen the value of encouragement, guidance and strong role models. She brings that commitment to South Bank Academies, where she serves as a Trustee and member of the Audit and Risk Committee, supporting the Trust’s work to give young people a strong foundation for their futures.