Towers Watson Appoints Robert Wilkes as Managing Director of Singapore

Singapore, January 3, 2012 - Towers Watson, a leading global professional services company, has announced the appointment of Robert Wilkes as Managing Director for Singapore. In his new role, Robert will be responsible for directing the company's business in Singapore and bringing broader and more comprehensive services for client success.

Prior to this appointment, Robert was Director of Towers Watson’s Benefits Technology business for Asia Pacific. He has a strong background in management and consulting roles in a broad range of industry sectors across the globe. In addition to Singapore, Robert has worked in the US and Europe in various leadership positions for leading HR solution and technology companies.

Bob Charles, Towers Watson’s Asia Pacific Managing Director, said, “Robert’s strong client focus coupled with his deep understanding of organizational issues will help us grow our presence in the Singapore market. South East Asia is a key market for Towers Watson and Robert’s addition to the team will strengthen our offering of innovative solutions to our clients in the region.”

Yvonne Cox, who has been the Managing Director of Towers Watson Singapore since 2008 is taking on the role of the Managing Director of Towers Watson’s Metro New York office.