Standard Chartered Bahrain honors 55 staff at an award ceremony

celebrating their dedication to duty and commitment to service over the years

22 May, Manama, Bahrain - Standard Chartered Bank Bahrain recently celebrated the Bank's employees at a "Long service award ceremony" where long service awards were presented to 55 employees of the bank celebrating their length of service and loyalty ranging from five to 35 years of service while also recognizing their exceptional performance.

The commemorative event "The long service award ceremony" hosted by the Bank's Chief Executive Officer, Jonathan Morris and senior management, was held at the prestigious Capital Club, Bahrain Financial Harbour.

During the event, Jonathan Morris, Chief Executive Officer, Standard Chartered Bank Bahrain said "Our staff really are our most important asset. I am delighted to recognize their commitment and loyalty to Standard Chartered Bank and to congratulate them on their long service awards. Their dedication underpins the continuing growth of our business in Bahrain and our drive to deepen our relationships with our customers and clients."

"Here for good, our brand promise, captures the essence of who we are and how we live this brand promise at our workplace every day for the benefit of our staff, our clients and customers and other stakeholders. With more than 90 years of history in Bahrain, I am proud to say that we're really here for good."

For further information, please contact:

Nimmi Kamal
Head Corporate Affairs Bahrain, Standard Chartered Bank
Tel: +973 3977 0760
E-mail: Nimmi.Kamal@sc.com

Standard Chartered - leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East

Standard Chartered PLC is a leading international bank, listed on the London, Hong Kong and Mumbai stock exchanges. It has operated for over 150 years in some of the world's most dynamic markets and earns around 90 per cent of its income and profits in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This geographic focus and commitment to developing deep relationships with clients and customers has driven the Bank's growth in recent years.

With 1,700 offices in 70 markets, Standard Chartered offers exciting and challenging international career opportunities for more than 80,000 staff. It is committed to building a sustainable business over the long term and is trusted worldwide for upholding high standards of corporate governance, social responsibility, environmental protection and employee diversity. The Bank's heritage and values are expressed in its brand promise, 'Here for good'.

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