Robert Van Kerkhoff

Global Head of Institutional Investors Sales and Client Coverage

Spain

About

Global financial services leader driving institutional investor coverage and strategic growth across global markets. With more than 25 years of experience in international banking and securities services, I partner with institutional investors across traditional and alternative asset classes, including private capital and hedge funds. Recognized for building trusted, long-term client relationships and leading global, multicultural teams to deliver client-centric transformation, disciplined risk management, and sustainable growth. Strong advocate of leadership development and high employee and client engagement.

Experience

  • BNP Paribas - Securities Services (11 yrs 6 mos)
    • Global Head of Institutional Investors Sales and Client Coverage
      Jun 2026 - Present · 1 mo

    • Managing Director region Luxembourg, Ireland & Channel Islands
      Mar 2019 - May 2026 · 7 yrs 3 mos

      Senior executive role with responsibility for institutional client coverage, business strategy, and delivery of securities services across Luxembourg, Ireland, and the Channel Islands. Focused on strengthening global institutional client relationships across traditional and alternative investments, enhancing governance and risk management, and contributing to group-wide strategic transformation initiatives. • Executive oversight of multicultural teams across multiple jurisdictions • Active engagement with senior institutional clients, regulators, and industry bodies

    • Head of Netherlands & Nordics
      2015 - Feb 2019 · 4 yrs 2 mos

      Regional leadership role focused on institutional client coverage, growth strategy, and service delivery, aligned with global client and transformation objectives.

  • Board Member at Luxembourg Stock Exchange (LuxSE)
    2020 - Jun 2026 · 6 yrs 6 mos

    Board member contributing to governance, strategic direction, and the development of Luxembourg as a leading international financial centre.

  • Board Member at L3A - The Luxembourg Alternative Administrators Association
    2021 - May 2026 · 5 yrs 5 mos

    Board member supporting industry standards, regulatory dialogue, and the evolution of the alternative investment ecosystem.

  • Various Senior Leadership Roles – Operations, Risk & Strategy at Various Companies
    1995 - 2015 · 20 yrs

    Held multiple senior leadership roles across Europe, including COO Spain, Head of Asset & Fund Services Spain, and Deputy Head of Global Operations in Paris, contributing to global operating, governance, and risk frameworks.