Guy Jubb is a leading international authority on corporate governance, stewardship, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) integration. With a career spanning decades at the forefront of financial markets and boardrooms, he is widely recognized for his pragmatic, progressive, and value-driven approach to how organizations govern, report, and engage with their stakeholders.
Until stepping down in 2016, Guy served for 30 years at Standard Life Investments, culminating in his role as Global Head of Governance and Stewardship. During his tenure, he played a pioneering and influential role in shaping modern institutional stewardship, driving active investor engagement, and championing high standards of corporate behaviour across global markets. His interventions at major corporate AGMs became legendary for constructively challenging boards on strategy, transparency, and accountability long before ESG and sustainability became mainstream features.
His governance and regulatory contributions extend to the United States, where he served for two three-year terms as an advisor to the PCAOB (Public Company Accounting Oversight Board), contributing his expertise to its Standing Advisory Group.
In non-executive capacities, Guy has served as an independent board member for the European Corporate Governance Institute (ECGI) and Forvis Mazars LLP, the UK component of the global professional services firm. He stood down from these non-executive responsibilities during the second half of 2026 having served 9 years at each.
Guy’s influence also extends into professional bodies and standard-setting circles. He has contributed significantly to the discourse on corporate reporting evolution, having chaired the ICAS (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland) Research Panel, where he oversaw critical studies into financial and environmental liabilities, valuation frameworks, and accounting transparency.
A passionate advocate for enlightened stakeholder capitalism, Guy frequently writes and speaks on the shifting dynamics of corporate accountability. His thought leadership covers a wide canvas, including the reimagining of Annual General Meetings (AGMs) as vital convergence points for sustainable success, the practical implementation of global stewardship codes, and the delicate balance of accountability between shareholders and broader stakeholder groups.
Guy is a Chartered Accountant who makes himself available in advisory and non-executive capacities, as well as leading one-off projects. He firmly believes that “one size does not fit all” in governance, advocating instead for bespoke, sustainable solutions that help boards navigate complexity, build long term trust, and secure resilient value creation.
