Augentius capitalises on growth in Asia with appointment of Managing Director

Jimmy Leong has been appointed Managing Director of specialist global private equity and real estate fund administrator, Augentius, to drive business growth in line with increasing opportunities in the far east.

Working out of Augentius’ Singapore office, Jimmy will be responsible for developing both new and existing client relationships to support business expansion and further solidify the company’s reputation for expert fund administration throughout this region.

Jimmy Leong, Managing Director, Augentius Asia, commented: “The growth in Asian private equity remains highly optimistic as the landscape is set to undergo major transformations, driven by the rise of international and Asian managers capitalising on China’s new regulatory structure. Augentius is well positioned to benefit from these opportunities and to establish itself as the leading service provider across Asia Pacific. I am thrilled to join Augentius at this opportune time and I look forward to working with such a dedicated team of professionals.”

Ian Kelly, Group Chief Executive Officer, Augentius, added: “We are delighted to have Jimmy on board. His tremendous experience and knowledge of the industry makes him perfectly placed to head up this region as we build on our success to date and expand further in Asia.”

Jimmy has spent the last two decades in senior management positions in Asian and International financial institutions. Prior to joining Augentius, he was Managing Director of Hua Hong Foundation Investment, Managing Partner at Glaux Investment Pte. and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri.

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About Augentius

The Augentius Group is one of the largest specialist independent providers of administration and depositary services to Private Equity and Real Estate managers in the world. Augentius is a trusted advisor and service provider to private equity and real estate funds, and has been helping clients minimise the burden and risk of fund administration for more than 12 years. We have built our success by delivering an exemplary service based on our twin commitments to client service and attention to detail. We combine local service with global delivery, with offices in key jurisdictions that enable us to provide clients with a consistent level of service excellence and expertise, however they choose to structure their funds. Because we focus on private equity and real estate funds, we understand the very specific requirements of investors and fund managers and support clients at every stage of the fund lifecycle. We put our clients at the heart of our business, so they can put investors at the heart of theirs.

http://www.augentius.com

 

For further information please contact:

Ellie Jackson, Aspectus, on behalf of Augentius Group Limited

Email: [email protected]

Tel: +44 (0)20 7242 8867

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