Lloyds TSB International Private Banking has appointed Tim Bower as head of the front office worldwide.

Mr Bower will be responsible for driving International Private Banking’s business growth and co-ordinating its implementation across the globe.

Mr Bower joined Lloyds TSB, from Unilever, in 2001 and has held a number of roles across the group. His last role was as international banking director, Lloyds TSB Latin American banking.

Cary Adams, managing director Lloyds TSB International Private Banking, said: “Tim’s appointment is fantastic news for Lloyds TSB International Private Banking. He has built up formidable experience across the group over the past six years and will be a real asset as we continue to build our business around the world.”

Mr Bower will be based in Geneva and will report to Mr Adams.