The Big Interview: Schroders Hong Kong

THE BIG INTERVIEW

Schroders' Hong Kong office is about to celebrate its 40th anniversary in the territory. Jane Wallace asks the team how the group has maintained its presence in the region.

“The thought of spending the rest of my life in the UK was very, very depressing. So when the opportunity arose to come back, I took it.” Looking out from the Schroders boardroom on to a soaring view of the Peak, it is easy to understand fund manager Robin Parbrook’s decision to flee the cold climes of recession-hit Edinburgh last year for the Hong Kong mothership. He not only returned to one of the most economically vibrant regions in the world, but also rejoined a tight-knit team of investment professionals who will be celebrating their office’s 40th anniversary in Hong Kong this Ma...