Schroders strengthens senior leadership with new Head of Europe to drive continued momentum
NEWS RELEASE - 30 March 2026
Schroders, a global leader in active asset management, has strengthened its senior leadership with the appointment of a new Head of Client Group, Europe, further enhancing its European client-centric focus.
Patrick Schwyzer has joined from UBS (Credit Suisse) and will lead the development and execution of Schroders’ European client strategy, with a focus on meeting the evolving investment needs of clients across the region.
Bringing more than 20 years’ experience, Patrick will work in close partnership with the firm’s country heads to translate Schroders’ global priorities into locally relevant offerings, while further strengthening the Group's presence across wealth, wholesale and institutional segments.
Patrick brings expertise across private banking and asset management, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer of Credit Suisse (Luxembourg), now UBS. In that role, he led a team of more than 350 employees across multiple European jurisdictions, with responsibility for the wealth management platform and its strategic development.
Based in Zurich, Patrick will join Schroders on 7 April 2026 and report into Matt Oomen, Global Head of Client Group.
Matt Oomen, Global Head of Client Group, Schroders, said:
“Patrick is a leader with deep experience across private banking, advisory and investment solutions. He brings a strong track record of driving growth and building high-performing teams across multiple markets. His broad network and understanding of clients in Europe will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our regional franchise.”
Patrick Schwyzer, Head of Client Group, Europe, Schroders said:
“I’m excited to be joining Schroders at such a significant time for the business. The combination of strong investment capabilities across public and private markets, a clear client focus, and the quality of its people creates a compelling platform for growth. I look forward to working closely with colleagues across the region to further grow our business across Europe and deliver for clients.”
Schroders EMEA business was a strong performer for the Group in 2025. Operating across 18 countries, the region contributed more than £700m (€833.6m)1 in net operating revenues to the Group and £135.1bn (€154.7bn)2 in assets under management.
Last year, Schroders launched its first European active ETFs, which supported the scaling of our investment capabilities through increased client accessibility. In four months, the firm accumulated more than USD $1 billion across its global active UCITS ETF range, with more launches to come in 2026.
Patrick’s appointment follows a range of senior appointments across the firm in the last 12 months, including Matt Oomen as Global Head of Client Group, Tom Stephens as Head of ETFs and Rachel Harris as Head of UK Institutional.
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1 Net operating revenue conversions calculated on the average exchange rate for 2025 of 1.17.
2 AUM conversions calculated by FX rates at 31 December 2025 of 1.15.