Schroders Appoints Karine Szenberg as Executive Vice Chair and Welcomes Matt Oomen as Global Head of Client Group

Schroders Appoints Karine Szenberg as Executive Vice Chair and Welcomes Matt Oomen as Global Head of Client Group

(IN BRIEF) Schroders has announced four senior leadership changes to bolster its client-first strategy. Karine Szenberg will become Executive Vice Chair, focusing on strategic alliances and maintaining her place on the Group Executive Committee. Matt Oomen joins as Global Head of Client Group, reporting to CEO Richard Oldfield and enhancing Schroders’ global distribution and client engagement. In Asia, Gopi Mirchandani is appointed Head of Client Group, Asia, succeeding Chris Durack, and Jason Yu becomes Country Head for Hong Kong, subject to approval. These appointments underscore Schroders’ commitment to deepening client relationships, driving growth, and capitalising on regional opportunities.

(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 16-Jun-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Schroders, a preeminent global active asset manager, today announced four key senior appointments designed to deepen its client-centric focus and foster stronger relationships worldwide.

• Karine Szenberg will transition from her role as Global Head of Client Group to become Executive Vice Chair. Remaining on the Group Executive Committee, she will spearhead strategic partnerships and alliances, leveraging Schroders’ extensive network of joint ventures and associates to drive growth and maintain client relevance.
• Matt Oomen joins Schroders as Global Head of Client Group, reporting directly to Group CEO Richard Oldfield and taking a seat on the Group Executive Committee. With 30 years of industry experience—most recently as Global Head of Distribution at BNY Investments—he will lead Schroders’ efforts to expand its global footprint, enhance product distribution, and strengthen trusted client relationships.

In Asia, two further appointments reinforce Schroders’ commitment to the region:

• Gopi Mirchandani has been named Head of Client Group, Asia, succeeding Chris Durack (who becomes Chair for Asia through year-end). Mirchandani will report to Matt Oomen and focus on harnessing Asia’s burgeoning investable wealth and digital transformation opportunities to deliver tailored client solutions.
• Jason Yu, pending regulatory approval, will assume the role of Country Head for Hong Kong, where he will oversee local client engagement and support Schroders’ continued growth in one of Asia’s most important financial centers.

Richard Oldfield, Group CEO of Schroders, said:

“These appointments reinforce our commitment to embedding our teams closer to clients, collaborating to co-create solutions that secure long-term prosperity. Karine has laid the groundwork for our Client Group’s transformation, and I’m delighted she’ll continue to build strategic partnerships alongside me. Matt’s global perspective and client-first ethos make him an ideal leader to drive our growth agenda. In Asia, Gopi and Jason will strengthen our ability to capitalise on rapid wealth growth and digital innovation. Together, they will help us innovate and deliver superior outcomes for clients.”

Matt Oomen added:

“Joining Schroders at this pivotal moment is an honour. I’m energised by the firm’s reputation for excellence and its enduring client partnerships, and I look forward to working with our teams to deliver exceptional results and drive the business forward.”

Gopi Mirchandani commented:

“Asia’s wealth pool and digital landscape are evolving faster than anywhere else. I’m grateful for Chris’s support and proud to lead our Asia Client Group as we capitalise on these opportunities and reinforce Schroders’ leadership in the region.”

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