Private bank Kleinwort Hambros has made a series of senior appointments to increase its regional presence across the UK.

Leigh Philpot has been appointed as head of UK regions, effective immediately.  In this newly created role, Mr Philpot will be based in London and will report to Andrew Hillery, head of UK private banking.  He will be responsible for overseeing and implementing the UK regional strategy outside of London and strengthening its nationwide presence.  

Mr Philpot previously led the private banking and discretionary fund management team at Kleinwort Hambros.  Prior to this, he worked for...