JAR Capital Group has appointed François R. Farjallah as Vice Chairman of its Board of Directors, effective March 5, 2026. The move reflects the firm’s continued emphasis on strengthening governance structures as it expands its footprint across key global wealth hubs.
Headquartered in Switzerland, JAR Capital Group operates a network of independent wealth management firms across Geneva, Dubai, Singapore, and Monaco—each functioning under local regulatory frameworks while aligned through shared ownership and governance standards.
Veteran private banker with global experience
Farjallah brings more than three decades of experience in international private banking, having held leadership roles across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. He joins JAR Capital Group from EFG Bank AG, where he served as Head of Private Banking and Head of the Middle East between 2021 and 2025.
Prior to that, he was Global Head of Middle East and Africa at CA Indosuez Wealth Management. His earlier career includes senior leadership positions at Société Générale Private Banking, where he served as CEO in Greece and held regional responsibilities across the Near East and Mediterranean.
Farjallah began his career at Credit Suisse, where he spent nine years across investment banking, risk, and private banking, eventually playing a key role in establishing the bank’s Lebanon subsidiary.
Leadership commentary underscores growth ambitions
Commenting on the appointment, Gerald de Senger said Farjallah’s track record in building and scaling private banking franchises across complex markets makes him a critical addition to the board.
Samer Hanna added that the appointment reflects a deliberate governance decision aligned with the group’s long-term strategy, particularly as the Middle East continues to emerge as one of the fastest-growing global wealth markets.
Farjallah, in his statement, noted that JAR Capital Group’s structured approach to growth, governance, and international client servicing aligns with his professional outlook, adding that the role offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the group’s next phase.
Role to focus on strategy, risk, and capital allocation
As Vice Chairman, Farjallah will work closely with the Chairman on group-level strategy, risk oversight, and capital allocation. He will also play a key role in structuring board committees in line with regulatory expectations across multiple jurisdictions.
His appointment comes at a time when wealth management firms are increasingly focusing on governance rigor and cross-border regulatory alignment to cater to ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) clients and institutional investors.
About JAR Capital Group
JAR Capital Group is a Swiss-based holding company that brings together independent wealth management firms across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Its affiliated firms provide services including discretionary portfolio management, advisory mandates, alternative investments, private equity access, and family office solutions, tailored to UHNW individuals and institutional clients.
