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Jörg Motel, newly appointed Head of Financial Institutions Asia at Commerzbank, will oversee operations in Greater China and ASEAN, enhancing banking relations in the region.
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COMMERZBANK APPOINTS JÖRG MOTEL HEAD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ASIA

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Posted on April 9, 2014

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· Last updated: December 5, 2018

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Jörg Motel Named Head of FI Asia

Jörg Motel has been appointed Head of Financial Institutions Asia.

Asian Operations and Team Structure

Motel and his team in Frankfurt, as well as the 13 representative offices located across Asia, will be responsible for business with new and existing financial institution clients in Greater China & ASEAN as well as the Indian subcontinent.

Jorg Motel

Jorg Motel

Motel’s Previous Experience and Roles

Motel leaves his role as Head of Financial Institutions Services, which he has held for the past five years. Prior to joining Commerzbank in 2008, Motel worked for BW-Bank (Baden-Württembergische Bank) and LBBW (Landesbank Baden-Württemberg), and spent eight years in Asia.

Motel Shares Vision for Asia Region

Commenting on the move, Motel says: “Having spent a long and very interesting period of my career in Asia, I’m thrilled to be working with banks in this fast-moving region again. I look forward to establishing new – and refreshing old – business contacts as well as further developing the business with our FI customers. I would also like to thank my predecessor, Harald Lipkau, for having established a very successful FI platform in Asia.”

Key Takeaways

  • Jörg Motel has been appointed Head of Financial Institutions Asia at Commerzbank.
  • He will oversee business with financial institution clients across Greater China, ASEAN and the Indian subcontinent.
  • Motel, based in Frankfurt, transitions from his previous five‑year role as Head of Financial Institutions Services.
  • Prior to joining Commerzbank in 2008, he worked at BW‑Bank and LBBW, with eight years’ experience in Asia.
  • Motel expresses enthusiasm for reengaging with the fast‑moving Asian banking region and thanks predecessor Harald Lipkau for building a strong platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the new Head of Financial Institutions Asia at Commerzbank?
Jörg Motel has been appointed to the role.
Which regions will he oversee?
Greater China, ASEAN and the Indian subcontinent.
Where will Motel and his team be based?
Frankfurt, supported by 13 representative offices across Asia.
What was his previous role?
Head of Financial Institutions Services for the past five years.
What is his background before Commerzbank?
He worked for BW‑Bank and LBBW and spent eight years working in Asia prior to joining Commerzbank in 2008.

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