Zurich-based Julius Baer has hired a wealth management veteran as a team head for the non-resident Indian segment.

Julius Baer has appointed Ashwin Jayaram as team head, global non-resident Indian (NRI), according to a statement. Based in Singapore, he reports to Vijay Solomon, global head, global NRI. 

Jayaram has over 20 years of experience, most recently as a CEO and managing director at a multi-family office serving ultra-high net worth clients across Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. Previously, he also held various leadership roles at Bank J. Safra Sarasin, Credit Suisse and Coutts.

«Julius Baer’s Global NRI franchise, helps connect Indians across the globe and is a significant driver of growth within the Emerging Markets region,» commented Kunal Sumaya, market head, global NRI. «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.»