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New head of private banking at our London office

 Robert Currie

Robert Currie has joined Fairbairn Private Bank as the new UK head of private banking, based at our London office.

Robert has joined from Coutts, having recently returned from a 12-month secondment as head of sales and business development in the USA for Citizens Private Bank and Trust, one of RBS's operating subsidiaries. Prior to his USA assignment Robert was managing partner of Coutts & Co's Executive client group in the City of London.

Commenting on the appointment, Greg Horton, managing director of Fairbairn Private Bank, said: "I am delighted to welcome Robert to our senior management team.  It is a very exciting time for the bank as we continue to develop our UK presence and raise the profile of our asset management offering in the UK.

"The UK is a very important market for Fairbairn Private Bank, and one where we see tremendous growth potential. This senior appointment demonstrates our commitment to continuing expansion within the UK. It also underscores our ability to attract top talent in our chosen markets. I am confident that Robert will make a significant contribution to the development of Fairbairn Private Bank's business in the region.

"In welcoming Robert, I would also like to express my appreciation to Andrew Bates for the role he has played on secondment in setting up our London operation in readiness for this appointment.  Andrew will shortly return to oversee our new operations in the UAE with effect from April 2012, and I wish both Andrew and Robert every success in their new roles."

Robert Currie added: "I'm very pleased to have joined the Fairbairn Private Bank team. It is a privilege to have the opportunity to build upon the success already achieved and represent an award-winning bank. I look forward to playing my part in its continued growth and development."

Fairbairn Private Bank was this year voted Best International Wealth Provider for the third year running in the Professional Adviser International Fund and Product Awards.  The bank was also a finalist in the 2011 Private Asset Managers (PAM) awards in the category 'Best Overall Wealth Solutions Provider'. This year, the PAM Awards judging panel nominated 27 firms to contest the award categories. As a finalist, the bank is regarded as one of the top performers in its field.