Intertrust, a leading global provider of high-value trust, corporate and fund services, announces the promotion of Bill Guo to managing director of China. Mr Guo will be responsible for the Chinese market and leading the company's three offices in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.

The position of managing director, China is a new role for Intertrust. It has been created to strengthen its local presence in response to increased demand from Chinese clients looking to invest and expand abroad, as well as supporting international businesses and investors entering the Chinese market.

Mr Guo joined Intertrust in 2008 to lead Intertrust's Beijing office and has over a decade of experience in accounting, tax and corporate services.

Daniel Jaffe, member of the Executive Committee, says: "Bill's successful management of the Beijing office and in-depth knowledge of our Chinese client requirements puts him in a great position to drive the business forward. We're continuing to look at growth opportunities in our core service areas in the region and this promotion is very much a result of our forward-looking vision. I wish Bill the best of luck in this exciting new role."

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