In today’s fast-moving financial landscape, where capital, risk, and opportunity intersect across continents, one name stands out for his deep relationships, sharp instincts, and ability to find solutions others often miss.
With more than 25 years of international banking experience spanning Africa, India, and the Middle East, Vivek Urjoon has become the go-to advisor for entrepreneurs, investors, and institutions seeking clarity, strategy, and growth after having spent a rich banking career.
“Banking is ultimately about trust, people, and building bridges — not only about numbers and financial targets,” said Viveksingh Urjoon.
That philosophy defines his approach. Far beyond traditional banking, he builds relationships that last decades, helping clients navigate complex markets, structure investments, and unlock opportunities that others overlook.
Building Trust, One Relationship at a Time
In an era where clients often feel lost in the machinery of big finance and after quitting the banking sector, Viveksingh Urjoon now advises Family Offices, ultra HNIs, few royal heads and African Govt and corporations, offers something rare — a deeply personal, client-first advisory style rooted in understanding the individual or company behind the numbers.
Whether it’s a CEO in Dubai seeking the right private equity partner, a mining operator in West Africa needing structured trade finance, or a family office in India looking to diversify internationally, his process begins with listening — understanding goals, constraints, and ambitions before designing a strategy.
“I don’t just advise from a distance. I sit with my clients, understand their operations, their challenges, and help them think like global investors. That’s how we find the best-fit solution,” he explains.
This human-centered approach has enabled him to maintain lifelong relationships with clients across three continents — many of whom now regard him not as a former banker, but as a strategic confidant.
Turning Complex Challenges into Practical Solutions
Africa, India, and the Middle East are regions of extraordinary promise — and complexity. Regulatory changes, currency pressures, and fragmented capital markets can quickly turn opportunities into obstacles for even the most capable entrepreneurs.
This is where Viveksingh Urjoon’s problem-solving agility sets him apart. Having worked in senior roles across major banks and with global investors, he possesses a unique understanding of both institutional frameworks and local realities.
When a client faces an impasse — a delayed facility, a stalled project, or a cross-border liquidity issue — he doesn’t just consult; he engineers solutions.
Solutions That Define His Approach:
- Structuring trade finance for African commodity exporters struggling with USD shortages by linking them to alternative liquidity providers and investor-backed credit facilities.
- Connecting Indian manufacturers with African distributors and advising on efficient payment mechanisms through Mauritius and Dubai.
- Designing hybrid investment models for clients in the Middle East seeking both yield and impact exposure across African infrastructure and Indian technology.
- Setting up a multiple family office from scratch for a prominent Arab family.
Each case demonstrates his talent for bridging finance, trade, and strategy — quickly, efficiently, and always with the client’s best interests at heart.
Matching Clients with the Right Investment Products
With global networks across banks, DFIs, and private investors, Viveksingh Urjoon brings rare access to investment intelligence and product opportunities.
He routinely assists high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and business owners in identifying:
- Tailored investment vehicles — such as mutual funds, private placements, or green bonds — that align with their goals and risk appetite.
- Alternative opportunities including structured trade finance, emerging market debt, and strategic equity partnerships across Africa and Asia.
- Impact and ESG-driven products that deliver both measurable returns and meaningful developmental outcomes.
What differentiates his approach is independence — he isn’t tied to any single institution or product suite. Instead, he scans the market, evaluates performance and risk, and selects what genuinely fits each client’s long-term objectives.
He mentioned, “I’ve been on both sides of the table — inside the bank and beside the client. That’s why my advice is always balanced between performance, liquidity, and integrity.”
A Global Connector with a Local Touch
As cross-border trade between Africa, India, and the Middle East accelerates, few advisors are as strategically positioned as Viveksingh Urjoon.
His multi-market exposure enables him to identify synergies others often miss — connecting Indian exporters with African buyers, Gulf investors with African infrastructure, and regional banks with global capital pools. He also assists private equity firms in raising funds for ESG-driven endeavors.
From advising on bilateral trade finance deals to facilitating investment partnerships through Mauritius and Dubai, his work consistently creates tangible value — not only for individual clients but for entire ecosystems.
His credibility as a former senior banker gives him access at the boardroom level, while his personable, grounded nature earns him trust at the entrepreneurial level. This duality — global reach with a local touch — is what keeps him in constant demand.
Empathy Meets Expertise
In finance, empathy is rarely discussed — yet it lies at the heart of Vivek Urjoon’s advisory style. Clients often describe his work as “decisive yet patient” and “highly strategic yet accessible.”
He simplifies complexity, demystifies financial jargon, and helps clients make confident, informed decisions. A people’s man and near perfectionist, he readily admits to being a maniac for client-centric service.
Vivek’s focus is, “Treat clients as you would like to be treated.”
“Many advisors can structure a deal. Very few can make clients feel safe while doing it,” says one of his long-term clients from Ghana.
This ability — to blend financial acumen with genuine human understanding — defines his reputation as a trusted relationship banker turned global advisor.
Advising for Impact, Not Just Income
Having witnessed the transformation of emerging markets firsthand, Vivek Urjoon is deeply committed to helping businesses grow sustainably.
He believes that Africa’s next decade of growth must be built on inclusion, ethics, and governance — and that capital should serve as a force for empowerment, not exploitation.
To that end, he actively supports:
- ESG-focused partnerships between investors and local enterprises.
- Financial inclusion initiatives in underbanked markets.
- Cross-border platforms that enable trade and knowledge exchange between Africa, India, and the Middle East.
These initiatives reflect not just professional expertise, but also personal conviction — a belief that finance, when guided by integrity, can transform nations.
From Banking to Legacy
Today, Viveksingh Urjoon stands at a unique intersection — part strategist, part connector, and part mentor.
He continues to advise on high-impact transactions, build bridges between emerging markets, and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs through mentorship and strategic partnerships.
His long-term vision is simple yet powerful: to help capital meet conscience, align profit with purpose, and ensure that businesses in Africa, India, and the Middle East thrive with both resilience and responsibility.
“My mission now is not to manage clients’ accounts — it’s to help them build legacies. That’s exactly what we leave to the next generation: a path with legacies!” he exclaims.
Conclusion
From boardrooms in Dubai to trading floors in Mumbai and project sites in Accra, Viveksingh Urjoon has made his mark in international banking. He travels extensively — from Mumbai and Dubai to Accra, Riyadh, Cape Town, and even Monaco — often meeting clients on a yacht. Despite his global lifestyle, he still has a soft spot for Mauritius, his birthplace.
Vivek’s story is one of transformation. He evolved from a veteran banker into a bridge-builder and connector of markets. Today, he is a trusted global advisor helping businesses navigate Africa, India, and the Middle East.
Through relationships built on trust, precise solutions, and investments guided by integrity, he redefines what it means to be a 21st-century advisor. His focus is clear: delivering results and finding practical solutions to complex business challenges.
Connect with Viveksingh Urjoon on LinkedIn.
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