Melton Building Society CEO awarded Honorary Fellowship of Chartered Banker Institute
The fellowship recognises senior professionals who have made a contribution to the banking profession and support the Institute's focus on ethical and responsible banking.
Simon Taylor (pictured), chief executive officer of Melton Building Society, has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship of the Chartered Banker Institute.
The fellowship recognises senior professionals who have made a contribution to the banking profession and support the Institute’s focus on ethical and responsible banking.
Taylor, who is also chair of the Building Societies Association (BSA), has worked in financial services for more than 30 years and joined Melton as CEO in June 2020.
He became chair of the BSA in November 2025 and previously served as chief operating officer at Nottingham Building Society.
Before joining the mutual sector, Taylor held a number of senior positions at Lloyds and Barclays, including regional director at Lloyds Banking Group.
Taylor said: “I am deeply honoured to receive an Honorary Fellowship from the Chartered Banker Institute.
“To be recognised alongside individuals who have made such significant contributions to banking and financial services is a huge privilege.
“During a career spanning more than 30 years, I’ve been passionate about the role financial services can play in improving people’s lives and supporting communities.
“While Fellowship is a great personal honour, it also reflects the many talented colleagues, mentors and teams I’ve had the privilege to work alongside, both past and present.
“It is a reminder of the values that have guided us throughout that journey: acting with integrity, professionalism and purpose to help build a stronger, more sustainable future for our sector.”
Tanya Retter, CEO of the Chartered Banker Institute, added: “Simon’s Honorary Fellowship is a fitting recognition of his longstanding commitment to the values at the heart of our Institute: professionalism, lifelong learning and responsible banking.
“Throughout his career, Simon has demonstrated a clear commitment to customers, colleagues and communities, while helping to strengthen a resilient, trusted and future-ready profession.
“We are delighted to recognise his achievements and welcome him as an Honorary Fellow of the Chartered Banker Institute.”
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