StanChart Nets Ex-Safra Singapore CEO

Standard Chartered has hired the former Singapore chief executive of J. Safra Sarasin to lead its South Asia private banking segment.

Vinay Gandhi joins Standard Chartered as its regional head, ASEAN and global head, global South Asian community, private banking, according to a statement, subject to regulatory approval.

Based in Singapore, Gandhi will report to global head of affluent coverage Raymond Ang when he joins the bank in the first quarter of 2022.

Seasoned Private Banker

Gandhi has 30 years of financial experience, most recently with J. Safra Sarsin where he was last its Singapore CEO and Asia deputy CEO.

Previously, he also worked for UBS Wealth Management, Deutsche Bank and Citi Private Bank.

Gandhi’s profound knowledge of affluent clients in Standard Chartered’s footprint markets and proven track record in leading effective teams will be a strong addition to our team, Ang said in the statement.