Zurich-based Julius Baer has appointed a private banker in Singapore to oversee the Greater China markets.
Julius Baer has appointed Benjamin Sim as head Greater China Singapore, according to a statement, effective June 1. Based in Singapore, he reports to Yee Kim Tan, market head Greater China Singapore.
Sim first joined Julius Baer in 2016 and he was most recently deputy branch manager and chief operating officer (COO) Singapore. Previously, he was also COO Hong Kong. Prior to joining the Swiss bank, he worked at Credit Suisse and HSBC.
COO Role
Moving forward, Sim will retain his role as deputy branch manager Singapore while COO Asia Andreas Zingg will take over as COO Singapore.
«This appointment underscores our commitment to strengthening our presence in Greater China Singapore,» said Tan. «With [Sim’s] leadership, we aim to enhance our market position, expand our client based and drive innovation in this important market, solidifying Julius Baer’s position as a leading wealth manager in the region.»
