David Singleton is Chairman at Carpenter Farraday, bringing over thirty years of experience across the global financial services landscape to his role. Having joined the firm in 2009, he plays a central part in shaping its strategic direction and market position.
David's career spans the highest levels of financial services. He has served on both the Retail Bank and Wholesale Bank Executive Committees of one of the UK's top four banks, and led their Commercial and Business Banking business as Managing Director. He has also chaired, and continues to chair, a number of businesses across diverse sectors, including publicly listed companies.
Beyond his banking career, David has chaired, and continues to chair, a number of businesses across a broad range of sectors, including publicly listed companies. At Carpenter Farraday, David brings his depth of insight to bear in guiding the firm's strategic growth and helping to create meaningful differentiation — for clients, candidates and staff alike. His counsel is rooted in decades of firsthand experience navigating complex organisations, building high-performing teams and driving long-term value.