Citi has appointed Nattaphan Assavavisessivakul as head of Markets, Thailand, in August, subject to standard regulatory approvals.
Assavavisessivakul will report to Sue Lee, Citi’s head of Markets, Asia South, and to Fourth Narumon, Citi country officer and banking head, Citi Thailand.
Based in Bangkok, Assavavisessivakul will drive business growth and lead the markets franchise in Thailand with a strategic approach leveraging Citi’s global footprint and comprehensive product offering.
Prior to his new role, Assavavisessivakul most recently served as head of Global Markets and ALM Treasury at BNP Paribas, Thailand.
He also previously served as head of Fixed Income, Commodities and Currencies Sales, at Bank of America, Thailand.
Commenting on the new appointment, Narumon says: “Thailand is a key market for Citi with increased global client flows into the country and increasing overseas investments by local asset managers. Our focus as the world’s leading cross border bank is to support and connect those flows for our clients. I am confident that Nattaphan will succeed in growing our business further.”
Lee comments: “With Nattaphan’s wide network and proven track record, I am confident that his leadership will further enhance how Citi Markets Thailand delivers on its mission to be the best bank for our clients.”
