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Vaughan De Jager, AVP, Senior Private Banker/Wealth Manager

Vaughan De Jager

AVP, Senior Private Banker/Wealth Manager·Clarien Bank

South Africa

Master's degree, Management of technology and innovation

Work experience

Total years of experience: 13 years, 2 months

AVP, Senior Private Banker/Wealth Manager

January 2025 - Present

Clarien Bank

Bermuda

January 2025 - Present

UHNW Client Advisory & Relationship Leadership:
Senior trusted advisor to UHNW clients and family offices, delivering bespoke, cross
border wealth strategies while sustaining deep, multi-generational relationships.
Client Acquisition & AUM Growth:
Strong track record in originating and converting high-value client relationships,
leveraging global networks and strategic partnerships to drive significant AUM and
revenue growth.
Multi-Asset Portfolio Management:
Manage large, globally diversified portfolios across asset classes, aligned to complex
client mandates with a disciplined focus on performance and capital preservation.
Integrated Wealth Structuring & Credit Solutions:
Architect comprehensive wealth solutions spanning investments, tax-efficient
structuring, estate and succession planning, and bespoke credit (including Lombard
and real estate financing).
Private Banking & Transactional Expertise:
Deep expertise across deposits, FX, liquidity management, and tailored lending
solutions, seamlessly integrated into broader client strategies.

Company industry:
Banking

Private Banker

March 2015 - January 2025

Investec Private Bank

Cape Town, South Africa

March 2015 - January 2025

Managed a portfolio of high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, delivering tailored wealth
management solutions across investments, lending, transactional and fiduciary structures while
maintaining high client retention and satisfaction levels
Structured and executed complex lending solutions (including Lombard lending, mortgages, and
bespoke credit facilities), balancing client needs with prudent risk management.
Originated and grew client relationships through referrals and strategic networking, consistently
meeting or exceeding annual revenue and KPI growth targets
Ensured full adherence to regulatory requirements and internal risk frameworks, including KYC/AML
standards, while safeguarding the banks reputation and client interests.

Company industry:
Banking

Financial Advisor

August 2014 - October 2014

Old Mutual

Pretoria, South Africa

August 2014 - October 2014

Developed personalised financial plans aligned with clients short- and long-term
investment goals.
Guided individuals and families in building wealth management strategies tailored to
unique objectives.
Cultivated long-term client relationships through dedicated support and trust-building
initiatives.
Delivered comprehensive financial planning services to help clients achieve their
financial aspirations.

Company industry:
Insurance & TPA
Job role:
Finance and Investment

Head Swimming Coach

January 2011 - November 2011

Crawford College

Pretoria, South Africa

January 2011 - November 2011

Coached high school athletes, refining swimming techniques and fostering sportsmanship. Developed and delivered fitness programmes to enhance performance under competitive conditions. Provided individualised feedback and motivation to build confidence and improve performance. Coordinated team activities, ensuring alignment with competitive goals and athlete development.

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School
Job role:
Teaching and Academics

Head Swimming Coach

February 2008 - October 2008

Waterkloof Primary School

Pretoria, South Africa

February 2008 - October 2008

-Displaying leadership, patience and ability to assert discipline while coaching and training primary school children in refining swimming techniques and adopting attitude of good sportsmanship.
- Coordinating group activities and remaining focused on individual performances to develop talent as well as motivate beginners.
- Selecting of teams and planning and coordinating gala events.
- Planning and presenting fitness programmes and sharing knowledge as well as expertise within dealing with competitive pressure

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School
Job role:
Teaching and Academics

Education

The Da Vinci Institute

September 2017

September 2017

Master's degree, Management of technology and innovation

South Africa

GPA (rating): Excellent

GPA (rating): Excellent

2 Years masters degree. Carries a NQF level 9. My final thesis was: The Competitive Strengths within a Volatile Domestic Environment A Case Study of Investec Private Bank
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University of Pretoria

January 2014

January 2014

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Business Management

South Africa

Pretoria Boys High School

November 2007

November 2007

High school or equivalent, High School

South Africa

GPA (rating): Good

GPA (rating): Good

- Attained Honors in swimming in the first year of High School - Maintained that standard throughout high school career - Was appointed swimming captain in 2007

Pretoria Boys High School.

November 2007

November 2007

High school or equivalent, Matric

South Africa

Skills

Banking
Expert
Banking
Expert
Finance
Expert
Finance
Expert
Deal making
Expert
Deal making
Expert
Client Relationship Building
Expert
Client Relationship Building
Expert
Financial Analysis
Expert
Financial Analysis
Expert
Banking
Expert
Banking
Expert
MANAGEMENT
Expert
MANAGEMENT
Expert
CUSTOMER RETENTION
Expert
CUSTOMER RETENTION
Expert
MANAGED ACCOUNTS
Expert
MANAGED ACCOUNTS
Expert
BUDGETING
Expert
BUDGETING
Expert
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Intermediate
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Intermediate
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Beginner
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Beginner
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
PLANNING
Beginner
PLANNING
Beginner
PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
PROBLEM SOLVING
Intermediate
REFINING
Intermediate
REFINING
Intermediate
Communication Skills
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Organizational Skills
Expert
Organizational Skills
Expert
Computer Skills
Expert
Computer Skills
Expert
Time Management
Expert
Time Management
Expert
Credit
Intermediate
Credit
Intermediate
Microsoft Word
Expert
Microsoft Word
Expert
Managing Client Relationships
Expert
Managing Client Relationships
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Intermediate
Microsoft Excel
Intermediate
Microsoft Powerpoint
Intermediate
Microsoft Powerpoint
Intermediate
Customer Service
Expert
Customer Service
Expert
Finance
Expert
Finance
Expert
Sales
Expert
Sales
Expert
Accounting
Intermediate
Accounting
Intermediate
Negotiating
Intermediate
Negotiating
Intermediate
Building client relationships
Expert
Building client relationships
Expert
Client relationships
Expert
Client relationships
Expert
BUSINESS PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
BUSINESS PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
ECONOMICS
Intermediate
ECONOMICS
Intermediate
INNOVATION
Intermediate
INNOVATION
Intermediate
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Expert
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Expert
INVESTMENTS
Intermediate
INVESTMENTS
Intermediate
PROJECT STRUCTURING
Intermediate
PROJECT STRUCTURING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate
TEAMWORK
Intermediate
TEAMWORK
Intermediate

Languages

English
Native Speaker
Afrikaans
Expert

Hobbies

  • Reading
  • Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Financial Markets
  • Competitive Sports
  • Outdoor Adventures
  • Reading
  • Financial Markets
  • Investments
    Have my own investment portfolio which I monitor on a daily basis in order to keep up with current market trends
  • Swimming
    Represented South Africa in swimming on numerous occasions, swam competitively for 21 years