Schroders Names Client Group Duo in Asia

UK-based asset manager Schroders has bolstered its client group with two new appointments in Asia.

Schroders has appointed Jason Yu as head of client group, Hong Kong, according to a statement. He takes on the new responsibility in addition to his existing role as CEO of the city’s business. He joined Schroders in 2017 and was most recently also head of multi-asset and fixed income management for Asia. Based in Hong Kong, he will report to Gopi Mirchandani, head of client group for Asia.

The British asset manager has also named Katherine Cox as head of client group, South Asia and global official institutions. She will play a central role in shaping client strategy and business growth across Southeast Asia and represent the firm in its strategic joint venture with Axis AMC in India while continuing to lead the global official institutions segment. She joined Schroders in 2001 and was most recently head of client proposition. Based in Singapore, she will also report to Mirchandani.

«These appointments reflect our deep bench strength and ongoing commitment to nurturing internal talent. By continuing to invest in our people and capabilities, we are well placed to meet the evolving needs of clients throughout Asia and capture new opportunities as they arise,» Mirchandani said.