KUALA LUMPUR: CGS-CIMB Securities has appointed two new members to its executive team, namely Azizah Mohd Yatim (pic) as the new CEO (designate) and Khairi Shahrin Arief Baki as deputy CEO of sales.
In a statement, the financial service provider said Azizah has over 30 years of experience in the financial industry.
She was previously head of the new clients and business development at Maybank Investment Bank and executive director at KAF Equities.
She was also previously a board member for KAF Equities & Philip Capital Management.
“I am excited to lead the team which is one of Asia’s leading securities firms. As country head, I will ensure we will strengthen our business and retain our top ranking on Bursa Malaysia,” she said.
Meanwhile, Khairi, who will spearhead CGS-CIMB's sales and growth plans, was previously senior vice-president, head of digitalisation, at MIDF Group Bhd, and CEO of i-VCAP Management.
According to the statement, he played an integral role during his time at JP Morgan and at Citigroup Global Markets where he built strong relationships with clients like EPF, PNB and KWAP.
He will work alongside Alan Inn, the existing deputy CEO, who will continue to serve in his current position and is primarily responsible for products and capabilities.
"We are confident in our new Malaysia leadership that promises to raise the CGS-CIMB brand to new levels," said Carol Fong, group CEO.
"Their extensive experience and expertise in their respective fields will be instrumental in achieving our ambitious goals for 2023."
CGS-CIMB is a joint venture between China Galaxy International Financial Holdings Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of China Galaxy Securities Co Ltd, and CIMB Group
Sdn Bhd.
