Standard Bank targets Asian and Middle East intermediaries

Standard Bank has appointed two new members of staff to help build links with intermediaries in the Middle East and Asia.

The South African bank is aiming to boost distribution of its range of offshore products and services to IFAs in both areas. In the Middle East, Dubai-based Veronica O’Brien has joined from Friends Provident International, while Steve Noon, based in the Isle of Man and formerly of Derbyshire Offshore, will target the Asian market.

Nigel Watson, director of intermediary distribution at Standard Bank Isle of Man, commented: “Veronica and Steve both arrive at Standard Bank with an impressive record in successfully developing new business, whilst their knowledge of international financial services will be a valuable addition to the bank’s existing resources as it continues to expand its intermediary business.”