HSBC Private Bank has announced a series of senior appointments to strengthen its leadership across Global India and Singapore, aiming to better serve entrepreneurs and business-owning families with international interests. The bank’s strategy focuses on connecting clients’ business and personal wealth needs across multiple markets.
The Global India franchise, which spans India and key wealth hubs such as Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the UK, has seen significant leadership enhancements. Vivek Pandohi has been appointed as Head of Middle East – Global India, bringing over 23 years of experience with HSBC. He will focus on expanding coverage across the Gulf Cooperation Council and strengthening coordination within the Middle East.
In Singapore, Harjeet Singh joins as Senior Desk Head for Global India. With over two decades of private banking experience, Singh will lead one of HSBC’s Global India Desks, focusing on growing the business in the region. He previously held senior roles at Bank of Singapore.
Additionally, HSBC is strengthening its Singapore and Offshore China coverage. Lay Hong Tan, with over 30 years in the financial industry, joins as Desk Head for the Singapore Market. Jay See, with 18 years of experience, will lead the Offshore China Market desk in Singapore.
Tommy Leung, Head of Private Bank, South Asia, HSBC, stated, “Our job is to make those borders easier for our clients to navigate. By strengthening leadership in the Middle East and Singapore, we are building deeper market expertise whilst making HSBC’s international network more accessible.”
These appointments are part of HSBC’s broader strategy to enhance client coverage and capabilities across the region, including the addition of experienced Relationship Managers in Singapore, Australia, Taiwan, and Indonesia.



