About Us
Our principles & values
Known and trusted for our high standards of corporate responsibility, we are committed to building a sustainable business through social inclusion, environmental protection and good governance.
Our business & strategy
Standard Chartered operates in many of the world's fastest growing markets, and derives over 90 per cent of its profits from the emerging trade corridors of Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
"We want to be recognised across Asia, Africa and the Middle East for delivering a sustainable business and to lead by example in our markets."
Peter Sands
Group Chief Executive
With a banking heritage spanning more than 150 years, Standard Chartered has an extensive global reach and a strong position in emerging markets, supplemented by strategic alliances and acquisitions.
Standard Chartered has a network of over 1,750 branches and outlets in more than 70 countries across the Asia Pacific Region, South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas.
We are one of the world's most international banks in terms of the diversity of our people. Our 75,000 employees, representing 115 nationalities, are offered exciting career opportunities as a result of our unique global footprint.
We sponsor people, projects and events that bring our values to life and make a difference in communities across the world.
Did you know...
4 challenging marathons. 4 exotic cities. The Greatest Race on Earth.
It takes one extraordinary person to run a marathon - four to conquer The Greatest Race on Earth. Competitors from around the world will battle blisters and blistering heat, extreme altitudes and draining humidity, as they run marathons in Nairobi, Singapore, Mumbai and Hong Kong. Open to teams of four with each person running one of the four marathons, The Greatest Race on Earth is all about pushing your limits. You don't just do it for yourself but also for your teammates. The best teams stand to win from a prize pool of US$1 million - so get your team together and be part of a truly unique event!
