Jonathan HillFormer European Commissioner and Leader of the House of Lords

Lord Hill of Oareford is a distinguished British politician who served as the European Commissioner for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union. Appointed by David Cameron in 2014, he led a powerful department tasked with oversaw the regulation of banking and finance across the continent. His tenure was marked by a commitment to economic stability and the integration of European markets, positioning him at the heart of the administration's financial policy during a pivotal era for the European economy. Before his role in Brussels, Lord Hill held several senior positions within the British government, including Leader of the House of Lords and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster. His extensive experience in Westminster includes serving as Political Secretary to Prime Minister John Major during the Maastricht negotiations and advising Kenneth Clarke across multiple government departments. Additionally, he was instrumental in the Department for Education, where he managed the introduction of the Academies and Free Schools programmes. Currently, Lord Hill remains an influential figure in international affairs and economic policy. As the founder of Quiller Consultants and a seasoned policy adviser, he offers unparalleled expertise in the intersection of government, finance, and regulation. Audiences book him for his masterly grasp of the geopolitical landscape and his ability to translate complex legislative frameworks into clear narratives for the global financial sector. On stage, Jonathan Hill is best known for talks on Financial Services and Regulation. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Finance & Economics and Politics & Government, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Jonathan Hill is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Jonathan Hill travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Jonathan Hill would approach your audience.