The newly-appointed figure, who previously worked at UOB Private Bank, is based in Singapore.

Julius Baer has named former UOB Private Bank senior figure Wai Meng Loh as team head for Greater China. Wai Meng Loh is based in Singapore.

Wai Meng Loh worked for five years at UOB, most recently as senior team leader for the North Asia market. Prior to this, he worked at senior management level at AirAsia, Singapore Press Holdings and OCBC Bank.

“Wai Meng is a seasoned banker with extensive market experience and knowledge of the ultra-high net worth segment. We will continue to hire the best people in the industry to serve our Greater China clients in Singapore and across the region in support of our growth ambitions,” David Shick, head of private banking for Greater China, and manager of the Hong Kong Kong branch, said.

A few days ago, the Swiss bank appointed Christine Soong as group head Greater China. Based in Hong Kong, Soong reports to David Shick, head of private banking Greater China and branch manager for Hong Kong.