HSBC Private Bank has announced a series of senior appointments across Asia, aimed at reinforcing its wealth planning and leadership in Southeast Asia, and strengthening its coverage for offshore China and Global India. These regions are identified as key strategic focus areas for the bank’s growth.
The bank has expanded its Global India coverage team in Southeast Asia, reflecting the segment’s growing importance. Phaneendar Bhavaraju and Rangan Krishnan have joined as Senior Relationship Managers in Singapore, reporting to Manoj Ramarao, Senior Desk Head, Global India, Singapore and Hong Kong. Phaneendar brings over 28 years of experience in various financial sectors, whilst Rangan has over 31 years in wealth management, most recently serving at Bank of Singapore.
In a move to enhance international coverage for Chinese clients, Alex Liu has been appointed Market Head of Offshore China. Based in Hong Kong, Liu will extend his coverage to include Offshore China teams in Singapore, reporting to Kanas Chan, Head of North Asia and Hong Kong. This appointment aims to better serve the international needs of Chinese clients and capture opportunities in the Greater China business.
Additionally, Dawn Fung has been appointed Head of Wealth Planning, Southeast Asia. With over 25 years of experience, Fung will continue to lead the region’s wealth planning agenda, focusing on high net worth and ultra-high net worth clients.
In Thailand, William Fok has been appointed Country Head of Private Bank, bringing over 20 years of experience in structured products and investment advisory. Fok’s appointment marks a return to HSBC, where he previously worked in Hong Kong and Bangkok.
These strategic appointments underscore HSBC Private Bank’s commitment to strengthening its leadership and expanding its services across key Asian markets.
