Two Julius Baer employees are celebrating their 30th anniversary at the branch, tying in with the company’s own anniversary.
When Julius Baer took over from Aitken Hume in June 1994, it was just a small team of ten. Now, Julius Baer employs upwards of 150 people.
The 30th anniversary of Julius Baer in Guernsey was celebrated with an employee summer barbecue at the end of June. Each employee will also receive a special gift, to commemorate their hard work.
Two employees that have been with Julius Baer since the beginning are Anna Ducellier and Zoe Sexton. Anna was employed by Aitken Hume in 1989, and once Julius Baer bought the business, she became a Relationship Manager with key responsibilities for Julius Baer clients.
Reflecting on her 30 years at the bank, Anna, said: “I have been lucky enough to transition between various departments and have been involved in multiple key projects, such as collaborating with Julius Baer’s Head Office to implement new systems and standards. Having achieved Director level, I believe the key to professional growth is a positive mindset, and ongoing training, which Julius Baer has offered throughout my role.”
Zoe, who joined Aitken Hume as a school leaver in 1993, said: “The company has changed so much since then – we handled various tasks that now belong to specialised departments; however I am now Deputy to the Financial Controller in the Finance Department. I’m proud of my achievements and how hard I’ve worked for Julius Baer through the 30 years. I met my husband here, who then worked for Julius Baer Trust Company, and have had two children.”
Julius Baer rewards long-serving employees with extra paid leave or a cash award every five years. To mark their 30th anniversaries, Anna will celebrate with a lunch alongside her line manager and other long-service employees. Zoe said, “I don’t have major holiday plans at the moment, but the extra leave is a wonderful gesture.”
Alexandra McInnes, Managing Director of Julius Baer Guernsey, said: “Celebrating 30 years in Guernsey is a remarkable milestone for Julius Baer. Over the past three decades, our branch has grown significantly, both in size and capability, establishing a strong presence in the local community.
“We also recognise the invaluable contributions of Anna and Zoe, who have been with us since the very beginning. Their milestones are a significant achievement for the business as well and we are deeply grateful for their unwavering commitment.”
Pictured: Left to right – Zoe-Sexton and Anna Ducellier
