Bank of Singapore has announced six strategic appointments at its Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch to bolster its advisory specialisation and thought leadership in the region. These new hires aim to enhance the bank’s advisory and product solutions, aligning with its growth ambitions in the Middle East.
Ranjit Khanna, Head of Private Banking for Europe & Middle East and Chief Executive of the DIFC Branch, expressed enthusiasm about the new team members, stating, “Providing our clients with timely and relevant advice is our key deliverable and I am elated that our new colleagues will add to our already compelling global advisory and product proposition.”
Amongst the new appointees, Zeena Abou Elnaja joins the Investment Advisory team from Julius Baer, bringing her expertise from Standard Chartered Bank in the Middle East. Mehvish Ayub, previously with State Street Global Advisors, will serve as a Senior Specialist for Managed Solutions and Alternatives, focusing on Funds Advisory and mandate solutions.
Brandon Chee and Anish Mehta have also joined as product specialists, covering Equity and Structured Products advisory and FX Advisory, respectively. Chee brings over 15 years of experience from OCBC and CIMB, whilst Mehta, relocating from London, has a background with Rabobank.
Additionally, Yasmine Omari will lead Wealth Planning, and Fatima Al Zadjali will direct Marketing and Communications. Omari’s experience includes roles at Ernst & Young, PWC, and Deloitte, whilst Al Zadjali comes from Habib Bank AG Zurich.
These appointments underscore the bank’s commitment to building intellectual capital and thought leadership, particularly as it prepares for the Global CIO Advisory Summit in Dubai in February 2025. This annual event, initiated by the bank’s Chief Investment Office, aims to foster investment insights and strategies.
