Directorate Change

Directorate Change

St. James's Place

St. James's Place plc ("SJP"): non-executive Director changes

SJP announces that Steve Colsell will step down from his position as a non-executive director of SJP with effect from 1 June 2013. Steve joined the Board on 2 February 2009 as a representative of Lloyds Banking Group (“LBG”) pursuant to the Relationship Agreement between SJP and LBG.

SJP further announces the appointment, subject to regulatory approval, of Sue Harris and Alison Hewitt as non-executive Directors of SJP with effect from 1 June 2013, as representatives of LBG pursuant to the Relationship Agreement between SJP and LBG. Under the Relationship Agreement, LBG is entitled to appoint up to two non-executive directors to the SJP Board.

Charles Gregson, Chairman, commented: "I would like to thank Steve Colsell for his valuable contribution during his time on the SJP Board and we look forward to working with Sue and Alison going forward."

Sue Harris was appointed Group Audit Director for LBG in November 2012. Prior to this, Sue was the Finance Director for Group Finance from January 2010 to November 2012 and was responsible for, amongst other things, LBG’s external financial and regulatory reporting, management reporting, planning and forecasting, finance shared services and Group tax affairs. Prior to joining LBG Sue held roles as Managing Director for Finance at Standard Life and Group Treasurer and Head of Corporate Development for Marks & Spencer.

Alison Hewitt was appointed Managing Director, Retail Business Risk for LBG in May 2012 where she is responsible for first line business risk management across the Retail business. In her previous role as Group Compliance and Conduct Risk Director, Alison liaised on behalf of the LBG Group with a wide range of regulators, both domestic and international. Before joining Lloyds TSB in 2006, Alison worked for the FSA, managing teams in Enforcement, Policy and Supervision.

There are no circumstances to be disclosed in accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.13R (2) – (6) for Sue Harris or Alison Hewitt.

Enquiries: Tulchan Communications

Contact: John Sunnucks/Michelle Clarke

Telephone: [phone]

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