EFG Bank AG has announced the appointment of Robin Heng as Vice Chairman of Southeast Asia, effective immediately. Heng, a seasoned private banking professional with three decades of experience, will be based in Singapore and report directly to Albert Chiu, Executive Chairman, Asia Pacific at EFG. This move is part of EFG’s strategy to bolster its leadership team and expand its presence in the region.
Heng’s extensive career includes his recent role as Co-Head of Private Banking at Bank of Singapore, where he significantly contributed to the growth of the bank’s Southeast Asia business. His previous positions at UBS in Singapore and Hong Kong, as well as Citigroup in Singapore, underscore his deep industry knowledge and leadership capabilities.
Chiu expressed confidence in Heng’s ability to enhance EFG’s growth strategy, stating, “I am convinced that he will make a meaningful contribution to our growth strategy in the region. With his vast experience and network, he will support our ambition to expanding our footprint in Singapore and beyond, which continues to see strong levels of wealth creation.”
Heng himself remarked on his new role, saying, “I am honoured to have been appointed to this important role. I very much look forward to working with Albert Chiu and the team, to contribute to EFG’s strategic growth plans and to further enhance our private banking offering and franchise in the region.”
EFG International, headquartered in Zurich, operates in over 40 locations worldwide, offering private banking and asset management services. This appointment is expected to further solidify EFG’s commitment to sustainable growth and capturing emerging opportunities in Southeast Asia.