Luís Aguiar

Luís Aguiar is a seasoned finance executive with extensive experience in banking. As an executive search partner, he brings a deep understanding of Portugal’s financial services industry and leading players. Clients also benefit from his international network amongst financial institutions operating or originating in Portugal, including banks, investment and pensions funds, and insurance firms.

Professional Focus

Over 30 years’ experience in banking and financial services including executive roles with leading global organisations
Extensive expertise in the Portuguese financial sector spanning corporate and investment banking, asset management, and insurance
Strong business acumen with background in strategic planning, general management, risk management, corporate governance
Experienced board member and leader
Fluent in Portuguese and English

Business Expertise

Managing Director at Citibank; prior roles in Portugal including CCO - Citi Country Officer, Treasury and Trade Solutions Country Head, Global Transaction Services Country Head, Global Subsidiaries Group Country Head; served as a relationship manager to Portuguese banks, investment and pensions funds and insurance companies, and board member of Sagres - Sociedade de Titularização de Créditos, SA. (securitization vehicle)
Financial and Investment Director at Allianz Portugal
Finance Division at Partex Services Portugal, a Partex Oil and Gas Group company

Practice Membership

Global Industry Practices

Financial Services

Global Cross Sector Practices

Private Equity & Venture Capital

Additional Expertise

Corporate and Investment Banking
Insurance
Asset Management

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in economics from Universidade Católica Portuguesa

Affiliations & Awards

President, Board of Directors, Junior Achievement Portugal (2018-present)
Board Member, Câmara de Comércio Americana em Portugal (2016-2019)
Student Mentor, Universidade Católica Portuguesa

Featured Insights

Case Study

Strengthening Financial Leadership in Private Equity-Backed Manufacturing and Energy Logistics

In the complex landscape of energy logistics, our private equity client was seeking a visionary financial leader to steer its ambitious growth trajectory. Here, we explore how Boyden navigated this challenge, securing a strategic VP Finance and Accounting equipped to fortify financial foundations and drive operational excellence.