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David Jones Appoints Nigel Chadwick As Chief Financial Officer

PRIVATEAug 11, 2026•about 2 hours ago

Position

Chief Financial Officer

Company

David Jones

Nigel Chadwick
DocklandsRetail

Description

David Jones has appointed Nigel Chadwick as Chief Financial Officer effective 25 August 2026. Chadwick brings over 30 years of international finance executive experience, previously serving as CFO of Myer and holding key finance roles at BHP and Telstra.

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Company

David Jones

Location

Docklands, Victoria, Australia

About

David Jones is a prominent department store in Australia, recognized for its wide range of fashion and retail offerings. The company focuses on providing a premium shopping experience with an emphasis on quality merchandise. It aims to evolve as Australia's leading omnichannel retailer by striving for sustainable and growth-oriented strategies.

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