The newly-appointed figure has served in roles at a number of banks, such as Credit Suisse, Coutts and Bank J Safra Sarasin.

Julius Baer has appointed Ashwin Jayaram (main picture) as team head, global non-resident Indians business, in Singapore. The appointment took effect from yesterday.

Jayaram is based in Singapore and reports to Vijay Solomon, group head, global NRI.

Bringing with him more than two decades of expertise in the wealth management industry, Jayaram has served in various leadership roles focused on the South Asian diaspora at leading institutions including Bank J Safra Sarasin, Credit Suisse, and Coutts.

Most recently, he served as CEO and managing director at a multi-family office – licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore – that serves UHNW clients across Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. 

“Julius Baer’s Global NRI franchise, helps connect Indians across the globe and is a significant driver of growth within the emerging markets region,” Kunal Sumaya (pictured below), market head, global NRI, said in a memo. “With Singapore as a key hub of growth, Ashwin’s deep expertise and proven leadership in the NRI market will be invaluable as we continue to expand and strengthen our presence in this important market.”



Kunal Sumaya