Before joining Deutsche Bank, Kayser built a career at the intersection of management consulting and financial services. She was a Partner at McKinsey & Company , where she led projects focused on organizational behavior, digital transformation, and HR strategy for major European banks. Her consulting background gave her a data-driven, change-management-focused perspective that she later applied to Deutsche Bank’s internal operations.

Lina Kayser is a notable German banking executive recognized for her strategic influence in human resources, cultural transformation, and operational efficiency within the financial sector. Her most prominent role to date has been as the Global Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Head of Human Resources (HR) at Deutsche Bank , a position she held during a critical restructuring phase of the institution.

Leadership and Transformation: The Role of Lina Kayser at Deutsche Bank