Jonathan Crawford

Jonathan Crawford is an experienced legal and compliance professional currently serving as Head of Legal & Compliance, International at Allspring Global Investments since April 2023. Jonathan leads the Legal and Compliance teams outside North America, overseeing operations in EMEA, UK, APAC, and LatAm, and holds roles as Chief Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer for Allspring UK Limited. Previously, Jonathan was a Partner, General Counsel, and Chief Compliance Officer at Alderwood Capital, and held senior positions at Santander UK and NatWest Group, focusing on governance, compliance, and structural reforms. Jonathan has extensive experience in corporate law, having worked at esteemed firms such as Mayer Brown and Speechly Bircham LLP, specializing in mergers, acquisitions, and financial services. Educational credentials include a Diploma in Legal Practice from The University of Sheffield and a Law degree from Manchester Metropolitan University.