Au has been tasked with growing the firm’s Hong Kong operations, specifically as a gateway to cross-border activities with China.
He joins Eastspring from Bank of China Hong Kong (BOCHK) Asset Management, where he was chief executive for the past five years.
Au previously worked for FRM Hong Kong as chief executive, where he helped establish and manage the firm’s Hong Kong office, servicing mandates from sovereign and institutional clients.
Industry veteran
A prominent figure in the Hong Kong asset management community, Au brings almost 30 years of sector experience and asset owner relationships to the role.
“King will play a key role in helping to establish our cross-border activities with China, as well as making a broader contribution to our global business strategy.”
He is a member of several industry associations and committees, such as the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission Advisory Committee and the Financial Services Development Council.
Au was previously chairman of the Hong Kong Securities Institute, as well as chairman of the Investment Funds Association.
Eastspring Investments chief executive Guy Strapp said: “We are delighted to welcome King to lead our Hong Kong team, which will benefit from his invaluable knowledge of and experience in the local asset management industry.
“King will play a key role in helping to establish our cross-border activities with China, as well as making a broader contribution to our global business strategy.”
