Swiss private bank Syz Bank has appointed Nicolas Syz as its next CEO, effective February 1, 2026.
He will succeed Yvan Gaillard in the position.
A member of the founding family, Nicolas has spent the last nine years at the bank in a number of roles spanning business development and, most recently, leading its wealth management operations.
Describing his leadership approach, Nicolas said: “I believe in leading through proximity, being close to our clients and our teams. Private banking is based on trust, and trust cannot be established at a distance. I will continue to meet personally with our clients, entrepreneurs, families and independent asset managers.
“Our ambition is clear: to be the Swiss private bank of choice. We will achieve this by focusing on what matters most to our customers and providing solutions that support their long-term goals, in a bank where family ownership and customer interests are fully aligned.”
Meanwhile, Philippe Turrian will take on the role of sole head of wealth management, having previously shared responsibility for the division.
Eric Syz will remain CEO of the overall Syz Group.
Commenting on the appointment, he said: “As a member of the next generation, Nicolas is uniquely positioned to lead the Bank through the major intergenerational wealth transfer.”
The change in leadership occurs when the bank celebrates 30 years of activity.
Reflecting on this milestone, Eric said: “As we enter our fourth decade, we remain committed to wealth management with human care, combining bold innovation with timeless family values and bringing the personal back to private banking.”
The CEO’s announcement follows a series of senior hires made in September.
James Morton joined the Zurich office as a director and senior UK banker, while Patrick Robadey was appointed to the external asset management unit, also in Zurich.
In Geneva, Alexander Metzger took on the role of digital asset leader.
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