Appointment highlights Mizuho’s continued progression enhancing its EMEA platform.
London, 12 January 2026: Mizuho EMEA, part of Mizuho Financial Group, one of the largest financial institutions in the world, today announces the appointment of Borja Zamorano as Head of European Corporate Coverage reporting to Slava Slavinskiy, Head of Banking, EMEA.
Zamorano has been with Mizuho for more than 14 years and takes up this new role following his successful leadership as Head of Business Development for EMEA and Head of Corporate & Investment Banking Southern Europe, and Head of Madrid Branch, where he has been instrumental in deepening Mizuho’s client relationships across European markets and driving strategic growth within the EMEA franchise.
In his new additional role, Borja will lead Mizuho’s European Corporate Coverage team located in Frankfurt, London, Madrid and Paris, overseeing the bank’s key relationships and helping to strength client dialogue. His appointment reinforces Mizuho EMEA’s commitment to expanding its corporate banking footprint.
Borja brings extensive experience in corporate and investment banking, having held senior positions at Mizuho and previously at RBS, ABN AMRO and BBVA. His deep understanding of the European corporate landscape and long-standing client relationships will be central to Mizuho’s ambitions to grow its global platform and deliver value-added strategic advice to clients across sectors.
Slava Slavinskiy, Head of Banking, Mizuho EMEA, said:
“Borja’s track record of client delivery and market expertise make him ideally placed to lead our European Corporate Coverage team as we continue to expand and strengthen our position in the market. His appointment reflects our continued focus on deepening client relationships and enhancing connectivity across our global resources to deliver best-in-class solutions.”
Borja Zamorano, on his appointment, added:
“I am honoured to take on this new role at such a pivotal time for Mizuho. We have a strong and growing presence in the UK and Continental Europe, and I look forward to working with our talented team and our partners globally to deliver on our ambition to be the trusted strategic partner to corporates across the region.”
About Mizuho EMEA
Mizuho EMEA provides corporates and institutions in the region with unparalleled access and expertise in Japan and Asia, and supports clients with their corporate and investment banking, and asset management needs. Headquartered in London and with a strong presence throughout the region, our client base includes leading corporations, financial institutions and state owned entities. Mizuho is deeply committed to serving client needs, enabling our people to flourish, and helping to improve society and communities where we do business.
Mizuho’s presence in EMEA is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. Mizuho Financial Group is one of the largest financial institutions in the world, offering comprehensive financial and strategic services through its subsidiaries. The group has over 900 offices and 60,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA, and Asia. As of 31 March 2024, its total assets were US$2 trillion.
