Christoph-Sebastian Meier appointed as Head of Investment Banking for BNP Paribas in Switzerland

BNP Paribas is pleased to welcome Christoph-Sebastian Meier who joins as Head of Investment Banking Switzerland on 2 November 2026.

In his new role, Christoph-Sebastian Meier will lead Investment Banking Switzerland with a particular focus on Advisory. The newly formed IB unit will serve Corporate Coverage, Financial Institutions Coverage and Wealth Management clients and will advise public and privately held corporates, financial institutions, financial sponsors as well as families, entrepreneurs and founders on acquisitions, disposals and other strategic transactions as well as on capital markets transactions.

Christoph-Sebastian Meier brings 20 years of Mergers & Acquisitions “M&A” experience, of which ten years with Lincoln International in Zurich. Since 2025, he has advised entrepreneurs, investors and corporates as an independent M&A and Corporate Finance advisor.
He holds a Master’s degree in Banking and Finance from the University of St. Gallen (HSG).
“BNP Paribas is a truly global, exceptionally powerful platform: Deep sector and product expertise, leading financing capabilities and an international reach that few can match. Our clients will get the best of both worlds: trusted advisory on the ground in Switzerland, backed by the full strength of a global bank.” commented Christoph-Sebastian Meier.

“Investment Banking and Advisory are pillars of our long-term growth strategy. Christoph-Sebastian will work closely with Wealth Management, Corporate Coverage and Financial Institutions Coverage to drive our strategic dialogue with clients, which is an integral part of our Swiss Territory Growth Plan 2030“

Enna Pariset, Chief Executive Officer and Head of Territory for BNP Paribas Group in Switzerland.