DHAKA, August 31, 2026: Standard Chartered Bangladesh has appointed Enamul Huque as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 1, 2026.
Enam brings 25 years of experience with Standard Chartered across Bangladesh and international markets, with extensive expertise in corporate and institutional banking, risk management and strategic client relationships.
During his career with the bank, he has developed deep expertise in working with local corporates, commodity traders and agribusinesses, global subsidiaries and financial institutions. He has also led strategic client relationships and landmark transactions across a wide range of sectors.
“It is an honour to be appointed as the CEO for Standard Chartered Bangladesh. This bank has been my professional identity for over 25 years,” Enamul Huque said.
“Taking up the role of chief executive officer of our Bangladesh franchise is both a recognition and a big responsibility. My priority will be to continue to be the super connector international bank, invested in the success of our clients and regulators; and to remain the trusted partner to our clients, communities and other stakeholders,” he added.
Before his appointment as CEO, Enam served as Country Chief Risk Officer and Senior Credit Officer from April 2025, overseeing risk across Standard Chartered’s Bangladesh franchise and ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and the bank’s growth ambitions. He also chaired the bank’s Diversity and Inclusion Council.
Beyond his responsibilities at Standard Chartered, Enam has contributed to the broader development of Bangladesh’s financial sector. He served as co-chair of the Standing Committee on Capital Markets and Bond at the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) for the 2023–2025 term.
Enam holds an MBA from Mount Eliza Business School, Monash University, Australia, along with graduate and postgraduate degrees from the University of Dhaka.
Outside work, he enjoys travelling and has a keen interest in the arts.
