Hoefman arrives from Reckitt, where she managed a global HR organization of approximately 500 professionals. Her background includes two decades of experience focusing on organizational transformation and business strategy, with previous leadership roles at HJ Heinz and Mars. At Reckitt, she oversaw talent development and R&D people agendas across a footprint spanning more than 80 countries.
Francis Hoefman Joins Julius Baer as Human Resources Chief
Francis Hoefman will join Julius Baer as chief human resources officer and a member of the global wealth management committee on January 11, 2027. She replaces long-serving executive Guido Ruoss, who is departing the Swiss private banking group after an 18-year tenure to pursue new professional interests outside the firm.
Stefan Bollinger, chief executive officer of Julius Baer, highlighted Hoefman’s history of cultivating high-performing teams and an entrepreneurial culture. Her appointment follows a series of recent senior leadership changes at the Zurich-based institution, which currently maintains operations in approximately 25 countries. Ruoss will oversee a transition period before exiting the company.
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