China

Fullerton Fund Management appoints General Manager for China

Fullerton Fund Management has announced the appointment of James Zhang Jun as General Manager for its China entity, Fullerton Investment Management (Shanghai).

Zhang, who will be based in Shanghai, according to a Fullerton press release, will be instrumental in leading Fullerton’s business in China, working closely with the China team, clients and business partners. He will be responsible for managing the investment and business development efforts, driving client engagement and overseeing the operations for the market. In his new role, Zhang will report to Fullerton Fund Management’s Chief Executive Officer, Jenny Sofian, who herself joined the firm in 2017.

Of Zhang’s appointment, Sofian said: “China is a strategic priority and a critical market for our business. We have seen strong traction over the last few years, and we are committed to step up momentum and to pursue growth in this important market,” said Ms Sofian. “This appointment reflects our commitment to accelerate the growth momentum of our business in China and achieve long-term success in the market. James brings with him deep expertise and experience in the industry. Coupled with strong local market knowledge, he will be a significant addition to our management team.”

Zhang has close to 25 years of industry experience and a keen eye on the evolving business landscape and regulatory environment in China. Prior to this appointment, Zhang was Executive Vice-President and Managing Director, Sales for China International Fund Management, a joint venture of JP Morgan Asset Management. Previously, he was the Deputy General Manager of Personal Finance, Sales and Marketing, with China Construction Bank where he was responsible for the retail sales and marketing of personal wealth management products.

James Zhang Jun, General Manager, China, Fullerton Fund Management, said: ““I am excited to be taking on the role of General Manager for Fullerton Investment Management. China’s financial sector liberalisation offers huge potential, and I look forward to working with the China team to lead the business to its next level of growth.”

Zhang is replacing Mark Li, who, according to the press release, exited the role in order to pursue other interests.

Li first entered the role in February 2017, joining the firm from HSBC Global Asset Management, based in Hong Kong, where he was the Director for the Bank’s institutional business in China, according to his LinkedIn.