Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Former HSBC exec appointed as MD Coutts International, UK

joins from HSBC where he held several senior positions in the private banking division In this new role, Michael will lead Coutts’ Asia, Africa and NRI teams in London.　

Coutts Asia bolsters Non Resident Indian team

A key part of the bank’s growth strategy internationally, Coutts has developed one of the most successful Non Resident Indian (NRI) businesses globally and aims to continue being a leading provider of exceptional private banking and wealth managemen

Fairfax family office Cambooya Services appoints new CEO

She has additionally taken the role of CEO for the Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation, vacated when Dr. Sue-Anne Wallace retired earlier this year.

Allianz appoints new chief executive

He currently holds the positions of chief general manager, retail distribution, and chief executive of Allianz Australia Life Insurance, will commence as the new managing director on 1 January 2013.

Marex Hires Former UBS Investment Banker as CEO

John is a dynamic and proven leader who brings to Marex Spectron significant expertise in strategy, risk management and deep knowledge across all asset classes.

125-odd DSP Merrill Wealth staff to join Julius Baer India

Following Julius Baer’s entry, Kothari-founded DSP Financial Consultants will be three separate entities – Bank of America-Merrill Lynch (investment banking and advisory), DSP BlackRock Investment Managers (the mutual fund business) and Julius

HDFC Bank strengthens Investment Banking team

Aditya Puri's HDFC Bank hires three senior hands in its investment banking division anticipating a surge in deal-making with revival of sentiment.

Credit Suisse lures back head of UHNW segment

He will be responsible for strengthening segment coordination as well as providing coverage and client activation support, leveraging the bank’s integrated platform and solutions.

Leading International law firm ramps up private client with Manches hire

A specialist in tax planning, is the latest in a stream of departures from Manches this year.

Societe Generale announces appointments in Japan

Nomura appoints executive chairman in Australia

He previously headed Nomura's local investment banking operations but the broader role also gives him control of the bank's fledgling equities division.

JPMAM Japan manager Mitchinson exits

He joined JPMAM in 2004 from Framlington Investment Management, where he was a Japanese equities fund manager.

Barings Asian equities head exits

He joined the group in 2004 and has run the £169m Baring Korea fund since 2007.

SSgA names head of capital markets for SPDR ETFs, Asia-Pacific

Prior to joining SSgA she ran the capital markets business at Amundi Investment Solution

Hong Kong govt appoints former accountant as securities regulator

He is a certified public accountant who retired as Chairman of KPMG China and has served as a Non-Executive Director in the SFC since April 2011.

Bank of America Plans Asia Job Cuts

The job cuts in Asia will total up to 40 people, or less than 4% of the markets unit, one person said.

UBS names Nomura's Treacy as co-head of all industries group Asia: memo

A veteran natural resources banker who has previously worked at Lehman Brothers and JP Morgan, will continue to focus on that sector, and on metals and mining in particular.

HSBC global banking makes five senior appointments

HSBC has made five senior new appointments in the resources and energy group (REG) in the Asia-Pacific in order to take advantage of global banking opportunities.

Amundi appoints Zhong as CEO

Zhong’s appointment comes as Amundi celebrates its 30th anniversary in Hong Kong in November 2012.

PNB's Kamath to be chairman of Indian Banks' Association

To take charge on Oct 1, after present Chairman Alok Misra, CMD of Bank of India, completes his term

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