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Appointment of Gina Szymanski as CFO
Hammerson plc
(Incorporated in England and Wales)
(Company number 360632)
LSE and Euronext Dublin share code: HMSO JSE share code: HMN
ISIN: GB00BRJQ8J25
Appointment of Gina Szymanski as CFO
5 October 2026
Hammerson plc ("Hammerson" or the "Company") today announces the appointment
of Gina Szymanski as Chief Financial Officer and a Director of the Company.
Gina is expected to take up her role and join the Board no later than 1 January 2027.
The Company will make a further announcement as required.
Gina joins Hammerson from AEW Capital Management, where she currently serves
as Global Securities Chief Investment Officer, based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Having started her career as a forensic accountant and equity analyst, she has since
built extensive experience across finance, capital markets, investment, REITs and
corporate strategy. Gina will relocate to the UK prior to taking up her role with the
Company.
Gina's appointment follows a thorough recruitment process, supported by an
independent executive search firm.
Rob Wilkinson, CEO of Hammerson, commented: “I am delighted to welcome
Gina to Hammerson. She brings a combination of deep sector expertise, capital
markets insight and a strong track record of value creation. Having spent more than
two decades investing in global listed real estate, she has a clear understanding of
what drives shareholder returns and the evolving needs of investors. As we continue
to build on the momentum in our business and pursue our growth ambitions, I am
confident Gina will be an outstanding addition to the Executive Team and Board.”
Robert Noel, Chair of Hammerson, commented: “Gina joins Hammerson at an
exciting point in the Company's evolution. Her blend of experience across finance,
real estate investment, capital allocation and corporate strategy, will both
complement and boost Hammerson’s bench strength. We look forward to welcoming
Gina to the Board.”
Gina Szymanski commented: “I am thrilled to be joining Hammerson at this point in
its journey. Looking across the global real estate landscape, I am excited about the
opportunities in the Retail sector. I see Hammerson as ahead of the curve, uniquely
positioned operationally and financially to take advantage of those growth
opportunities. I look forward to working with Rob, the Board and colleagues across
the organisation to build on the momentum and deliver sustainable growth for
shareholders and all our stakeholders.”
Notes
Other information
There is no other information to be disclosed for the purposes of Listing Rule 6.4.8.
Remuneration and relocation
Gina’s appointment is subject to her obtaining a visa to work in the UK. Her
employment terms will be in line with Hammerson's Directors' Remuneration Policy
(the "Remuneration Policy"), which has been approved by shareholders. Her gross
annual salary will be £475,000 and her pension allowance will be 10% of base
salary. Gina will be eligible to participate in Hammerson's Annual Incentive Plan and
Restricted Share Scheme in accordance with the Remuneration Policy. Gina will also
receive a buy-out award with a value equivalent to 125% of salary, and subject to a
one-year vesting period, to compensate her for the loss of remuneration
opportunities forfeited on leaving her previous employer. The buyout award will be
granted over Hammerson shares in accordance with Listing Rule 9.3.2 on terms
substantively similar to the Hammerson Deferred Bonus Share Scheme. Gina will
also receive relocation support of up to £100,000 net to support her move from the
United States to the UK. If she resigns within two years of joining, the buyout award
and the value of her relocation support may be repayable. Full details will be set out
in the Company's 2026 Annual Report.
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Enquiries
Hammerson Contacts
Josh Warren, Director of Group Performance and Investor Relations
T: +44 (0) 20 7887 1053 E: josh.warren@hammerson.com
Tom Gough, Head of Communications
T: +44 (0) 20 7887 1092 E: tom.gough@hammerson.com
MHP for Hammerson Media
Oliver Hughes, Ollie Hoare and Charles Hirst
T: +44 (0) 7817 458 804 E: Hammerson@mhpgroup.com
Hammerson has its primary listing on the London Stock Exchange and secondary
inward listings on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Euronext Dublin.
Sponsor: Investec Bank Limited
Date: 05/10/2026 08:00:00
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