Barclays appoints Pier Luigi Colizzi as Head of Investment Banking, Continental Europe

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Barclays appoints Pier Luigi Colizzi as Head of Investment Banking for Continental Europe, joining the Barclays Europe Executive Committee. With 27 years of investment banking experience and over US$200bn in M&A advisory, Colizzi has been crucial in landmark transactions for major clients since joining Barclays in 2012. He will continue to oversee M&A responsibilities in Europe, with further details on the M&A leadership structure to follow. This move aims to strengthen Barclays' presence in Continental Europe and enhance synergies with its other banking divisions.

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• Appointment of Pier Luigi Colizzi brings extensive experience and strong client relationships.
• Focused leadership expected to enhance Barclays' position in Continental Europe.

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Barclays today announces that Pier Luigi Colizzi, currently Head of M&A for Europe, Middle East and Africa, has been appointed Head of Investment Banking for Continental Europe. As part of his new responsibilities, Pier Luigi will join the Barclays Europe Executive Committee.

He has 27 years of investment banking experience and during his career has advised clients on more than US$200bn worth of M&A transactions. He joined Barclays in 2012 to lead its Investment Banking business in Italy, before becoming Head of M&A EMEA in 2015. He has been instrumental in advising important clients on their landmark M&A transactions including ENEL, Telenor, Fortum, Masmovil, Total, Macquarie, OMV, Mitsubishi, Tom Tom and others.

Pier Luigi will retain M&A responsibilities in Europe and more details on the M&A leadership structure in the region will be shared in due course.

Reid Marsh, Head of Investment Banking, Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific, commented: “This appointment reflects our focus on Continental Europe as we add senior talent to the banking platform and generate synergies with our Markets, Corporate Banking and Private Bank businesses.”

Francesco Ceccato, CEO, Barclays Europe commented: “Barclays Europe aims to be a consistent top tier bank in Continental Europe and Pier Luigi’s leadership skills, strong client relationships and strategic insight will help us achieve that target.”

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FAQ

Who is the new Head of Investment Banking at Barclays?

Pier Luigi Colizzi has been appointed as the new Head of Investment Banking for Continental Europe.

What experience does Pier Luigi Colizzi bring to Barclays?

Colizzi has 27 years of investment banking experience and has advised on over US$200bn in M&A transactions.

What are the expectations from Pier Luigi Colizzi's appointment?

His leadership is expected to strengthen Barclays' presence in Continental Europe and improve synergies with other banking divisions.

Will Pier Luigi Colizzi manage M&A responsibilities?

Yes, he will retain M&A responsibilities in Europe in addition to his new role.