Leading Australian-based FX and CFD broker Pepperstone has announced key leadership changes as part of its continued focus on growth and operational excellence. Tom Williams has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO), while Rob Bowen steps into the newly defined role of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO).
Tom Williams Elevated to Chief Operating Officer
Tom Williams brings deep expertise in financial risk and operational strategy to his new role as COO. Since joining Pepperstone in 2022, he has served as General Manager – Financial Risk, Analytics & Operations, based at the company’s Melbourne headquarters. Prior to joining Pepperstone, Tom spent nearly a decade at GO Markets, where he held the role of Head of Trading.
As COO, Tom will oversee all operational aspects of the business while continuing to lead Pepperstone’s market risk function. His promotion reflects the company’s commitment to strengthening its executive leadership with experienced talent from within.
Rob Bowen Appointed Chief Commercial Officer
Pepperstone has also promoted London-based executive Rob Bowen to Chief Commercial Officer. Rob joined the firm in 2020 and has since held several senior roles, including CEO of Pepperstone Ltd (UK) and Group COO. In his new capacity as CCO, Rob will lead the firm’s global commercial strategy, overseeing marketing and a newly elevated product function.
Speaking on the appointments, Pepperstone CEO Tamas Szabo commented:
“Rob’s new title better reflects his role of looking after all commercial aspect of the business including marketing and a newly elevated product function. Tom Williams has been promoted to the executive team and will look after all operational aspects of the business and continue to look after the market risk function.”
These leadership changes underscore Pepperstone’s strategic focus on strengthening its global footprint while continuing to deliver best-in-class trading services to its clients.