Euroclear appoints Chang as CEO for Asia Pacific
07 September 2026 Hong Kong
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Euroclear has hired James Chang as the new CEO for Asia Pacific, effective 1 December 2026, following an onboarding period that began in September.
Based in Hong Kong, Chang will lead Euroclear’s strategy across Asia Pacific, reporting directly to Valérie Urbain, CEO of Euroclear Group, and will join the Group Managing Director community.
Chang brings more than two decades of leadership experience at PwC in Greater China, leading the firm’s consulting organisation of more than 2,000 professionals and subsequently heading its financial services practice.
During his career, he has built relationships with senior executives across the region and a strong network within the financial services industry.
Before joining PwC, Chang held financial roles at J.P. Morgan, as well as Spear, Leeds & Kellogg, now part of Goldman Sachs.
Urbain says: “Asia Pacific is a top strategic priority for Euroclear, and James’ appointment marks an important step in the continued development of our business in the region.
“His extensive leadership experience, deep understanding of financial services, and strong relationships across Asia Pacific will help us strengthen our local presence, support our clients, and pursue new growth opportunities.”
Chang states: “I am honoured to join Euroclear at an important moment for the company and for Asia Pacific’s capital markets. Euroclear’s trusted role in the global financial ecosystem, its commitment to clients, and its ambitions for the region were compelling to me.
“I look forward to working with colleagues and partners across Asia Pacific to build on the strong foundations already in place and contribute to the next phase of sustainable growth.”
Chang will succeed Philippe Laurensy, who will retire in mid-2027 after 40 years of service to Euroclear.
To ensure a smooth and orderly transition, Laurensy will remain as an adviser to Chang after the handover and until his retirement.
Based in Hong Kong, Chang will lead Euroclear’s strategy across Asia Pacific, reporting directly to Valérie Urbain, CEO of Euroclear Group, and will join the Group Managing Director community.
Chang brings more than two decades of leadership experience at PwC in Greater China, leading the firm’s consulting organisation of more than 2,000 professionals and subsequently heading its financial services practice.
During his career, he has built relationships with senior executives across the region and a strong network within the financial services industry.
Before joining PwC, Chang held financial roles at J.P. Morgan, as well as Spear, Leeds & Kellogg, now part of Goldman Sachs.
Urbain says: “Asia Pacific is a top strategic priority for Euroclear, and James’ appointment marks an important step in the continued development of our business in the region.
“His extensive leadership experience, deep understanding of financial services, and strong relationships across Asia Pacific will help us strengthen our local presence, support our clients, and pursue new growth opportunities.”
Chang states: “I am honoured to join Euroclear at an important moment for the company and for Asia Pacific’s capital markets. Euroclear’s trusted role in the global financial ecosystem, its commitment to clients, and its ambitions for the region were compelling to me.
“I look forward to working with colleagues and partners across Asia Pacific to build on the strong foundations already in place and contribute to the next phase of sustainable growth.”
Chang will succeed Philippe Laurensy, who will retire in mid-2027 after 40 years of service to Euroclear.
To ensure a smooth and orderly transition, Laurensy will remain as an adviser to Chang after the handover and until his retirement.
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