Board Change

MONDAY 8 MAY 2017

Numis Corporation Plc

Board Change

The Board of Numis Corporation Plc ("Numis") today announces that Oliver Hemsley will stand down from the Board and from Executive responsibilities with immediate effect. Oliver will act as an adviser to Numis for a period of at least 12 months from now.

Commenting on the change, Alex Ham and Ross Mitchinson stated:

"The Board is enormously grateful to Oliver for everything he has done for Numis. He founded the business in the early 1990s, and led the business as CEO for over 25 years. His leadership, energy and drive have been invaluable to its success and we are delighted that he will remain with the Company in an advisory capacity".

Oliver Hemsley also commented on the change:

"Numis is one of the leading independent broking and advisory firms in the UK and, as its founder, I am proud to have played a part in its journey. The firm's achievements are testament to the talent and dedication of colleagues who continue to develop and drive the business forward. I look forward to working with Numis in my new capacity and am confident the business will enjoy continued success."

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Contacts

Alex Ham and Ross Mitchinson 020 7260 1425

Co-Chief Executive Officers

Simon Denyer 020 7260 1225

Group Finance Director

Brunswick:

Gill Ackers 020 7404 5959

Simone Selzer 020 7404 5959

Grant Thornton UK LLP (Nominated Adviser):

Philip Secrett 020 7728 2578Harrison J Clarke 020 7184 4384