UOB Private Bank has named Paul Zhou as its new market head for Greater China, as part of a broader push to scale its presence in the region.
Zhou took on the new responsibility on 11 May 2026.
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In his new capacity, Zhou is tasked with leading the strategic development and expansion of the bank’s Greater China portfolio.
He transitions to the private banking arm from UOB China, where he has served as the head of sales and distribution since 2018.
During his tenure at UOB China, Zhou was responsible for Wealth Management and Secured Lending sales teams, in addition to specialist teams covering investments and insurance.
He is credited with playing a pivotal role in widening the bank’s client base and accelerating growth in both deposits and assets under management.
Zhou’s professional background includes leadership positions at Ping An Trust and Citibank. In those roles, he managed private banking divisions and spearheaded investment and sales strategies across various Chinese cities.
He initially launched his career at The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi and later gained further experience at HSBC, where he developed expertise in cross-border banking solutions and investment advisory.
The leadership change coincides with a wider recruitment drive, as UOB Private Bank plans to onboard several relationship managers as well as team leaders throughout May and June.
This talent acquisition strategy is designed to reinforce the bank’s regional franchise and enhance its ability to engage with high-net-worth clients across Greater China.
