Matthews will be based in Singapore with a regional mandate, reporting to Boon Keng.

Matthews will join Julius Baer with over 18 years of experience in financial and investment sector across Asia.

Julius Baer deputy global head ISG and head products of Asia Pacific Kenneth Ho said with Mark on board and Lee helming the ISG Singapore division the bank has a formidable ISG team in Asia.

"In his previous role as co-head of ISG Singapore, Lee has proven to be a remarkable leader and one of the key contributors to the team.

With his extensive understanding of the market, we are confident that as Head ISG Singapore, he will continue to build the momentum of the team and deliver excellence in investing in Asia," Ho said.