S&P Global Appoints New Chief Legal Officer
Key Highlights
- ➤Thomas Kim appointed S&P Global Chief Legal Officer, effective October 19, 2026
- ➤Steve Kemps to retire year-end; remains special advisor through December 31, 2026
- ➤Kim previously served as Chief Legal Officer at Gartner and Thomson Reuters
Expert Statements
Martina Cheung, President and CEO of S&P Global
“Thomas brings an exceptional track record and deep expertise across complex matters that shape the markets we operate in today and the adjacencies we continue to expand into. I look forward to welcoming his well-informed counsel and strategic perspective to our leadership team.”
Martina Cheung, President and CEO of S&P Global
“Steve's insight, sound judgement and exceptional leadership have been instrumental in shaping S&P Global's legal, governance and compliance framework, leaving a lasting legacy that positions the company for continued success. We are grateful for his many contributions and look forward to working closely with him to ensure a seamless transition.”
* Thomas Kim to join S&P Global October 19, 2026 * Steve Kemps to retire at the end of the year NEW YORK, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) today announced the appointment of Thomas Kim as the company's new Chief Legal Officer, effective October 19, 2026. Mr. Kim will report directly to President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Martina Cheung and will oversee S&P Global's Legal, Government Affairs, Risk and Compliance function. Mr. Kim is an accomplished legal executive with over 30 years of experience across public company and private practice legal functions. He previously served as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for Gartner and Thomson Reuters.
Martina Cheung, President and CEO of S&P Global said, "Thomas brings an exceptional track record and deep expertise across complex matters that shape the markets we operate in today and the adjacencies we continue to expand into. I look forward to welcoming his well-informed counsel and strategic perspective to our leadership team."
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