Bespoke wealth & capital solutions.

Cross-border by design.

Independent by principle.

Guiding Global Wealth

Boutique wealth, asset and capital management from Switzerland for North Americans and Global clients connecting beyond borders.

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01 — Who We Are

Institutional thinking, boutique execution.

The Pilotage Group is an independent, investment and advisory firm partnering with successful private clients, family offices and founders. We design bespoke investment, capital and wealth solutions aligned to each client's objectives—free from product bias and corporate conflict.

Since 2009 we have been advising clients globally, delivering clear, disciplined guidance, management and execution across complex cross-border wealth and asset solutions, capital and business advisory, and investment transactions.

Founded in Switzerland and based in Zurich, our team brings together seasoned wealth, investment and banking professionals from over seven countries, with an average of 20+ years' industry experience. This depth and diversity underpins the insight, precision and reliability our clients depend on.

2009 Established in Switzerland
20+ Yrs average experience
7+ Custody bank partners
03 — What We Do

Wealth Management

Our wealth management approach is designed for private clients, family offices and founders whose financial lives span jurisdictions, institutions and asset classes. We are central advisors, providing structured oversight that integrates investment strategy, banking relationships and long-term planning within a coherent and enduring framework.

The foundation of our approach is wealth architecture — designing a robust financial system that preserves and protects capital across time, institutions and generations. We begin by understanding each client's objectives, priorities and risk tolerance.

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  • ArchitectDesigning the foundation of your wealth

    We design the framework that preserves and protects wealth across institutions, jurisdictions and generations — defining asset allocation, estate structures, banking relationships and governance to create a resilient foundation for long-term continuity.

  • InvestAligning capital with priorities and ambitions

    We construct globally diversified portfolios through disciplined asset allocation and researched selection. Every decision is guided by long-term strategy over short-term sentiment, balancing opportunity with prudent risk management.

  • ManageMaintaining clarity, structure and control

    Our purpose-built platform coordinates banking relationships, consolidates reporting and integrates financial technology across custodians. Clients gain transparency, efficiency and a clear understanding of their financial position.

  • ProtectPreparing wealth for the next generation

    We address retirement planning, succession, estate structuring and risk mitigation. By anticipating transitions and vulnerabilities, we help wealth remain resilient and aligned with family objectives across generations.

Asset Management

Our asset management approach is grounded in a disciplined, macro-driven framework designed to capture global sources of return while managing risk with precision. We construct portfolios for private clients and corporate entities that combine systematic, evidence-based investing with selective, high-conviction thematic exposures.

The foundation lies in strategic asset allocation and risk selection. We focus on identifying and capturing those sources of risk that are consistently rewarded over time, while avoiding uncompensated exposures.

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  • SelectIdentifying the right sources of risk

    We focus on sources of return consistently rewarded over time and avoid uncompensated exposures. Our systematic approach captures market risk premia across asset classes, regions and factors — grounded in empirical evidence, not speculation.

  • ConstructBuilding diversified, resilient portfolios

    Portfolios are built through strategic asset allocation, diversified broadly across asset classes, geographies, sectors and currencies. Both traditional and risk-based techniques ensure balance and stability across market cycles.

  • EnhanceCapturing additional return drivers

    We complement core allocations with systematic smart-beta exposures and selective thematic investments. These capture persistent factors and long-term structural trends while introducing non-correlated return drivers.

  • ControlMaintaining discipline and managing risk

    Portfolios are continuously monitored and rebalanced to preserve intended risk exposures. Cost efficiency, tax awareness and after-tax returns are embedded throughout, ensuring performance measured in real, net terms.

Custody & Technology

Our platform comprising of custody, modelling tools and technology provides the institutional infrastructure that underpins our advisory and investment services. We combine a global network of leading custodians, advanced reporting systems and robust governance standards within a secure Swiss environment.

We work with a carefully selected group of top tier private banks. These institutions safeguard client assets, while we provide independent management and oversight.

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  • CustodyGlobal banking relationships, carefully selected

    Client assets are held with a diversified network of leading international private banks, selected for financial strength and jurisdictional positioning. This multi-custodian framework provides resilience, flexibility and global access while reducing counterparty risk.

  • IntegrateCoordinated systems and consolidated oversight

    We consolidate multiple custodians, accounts and legal structures into a single coherent framework. Institutional-grade reporting delivers a clear, unified view of wealth across every relationship.

  • GovernRegulatory discipline and operational integrity

    Our operations align with Swiss and international standards — FINMA, SEC and relevant European frameworks. Independent Big 4 external audit reinforces our commitment to transparency and operational integrity.

  • SecureSwiss infrastructure and data protection

    All systems run on secure Swiss-based IT and data infrastructure, fully aligned with FADP, GDPR and FinSA. Data protection is embedded within every layer of our platform.

Pilotage Private Office

Our Private Office is designed for founders, entrepreneurs and growth-oriented family offices whose financial activities extend beyond traditional wealth management into operating businesses, private investments and strategic transactions. We provide an integrated advisory framework that combines the disciplines of a multi-family office with the capabilities of private investment banking.

We support clients across the full lifecycle of capital — from structuring and governance to deployment, financing and execution, including corporate structures, equity and debt solutions, and complex project development.

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  • StructureThe framework for capital and enterprise

    We advise on operating businesses, holding entities and investment vehicles across jurisdictions. Balance sheet structuring and ownership design enable flexibility, efficient capital allocation and long-term resilience.

  • DeployEquity, debt and capital allocation

    We support capital deployment across direct investments, co-investments and strategic participations. Advisory extends to equity, debt, capital raising and financing structures aligned with risk, return and portfolio objectives.

  • ExecuteTransactions, projects and financing

    We oversee complex transactions including M&A, strategic investments, project finance and trade finance. Stakeholders and financial components are coordinated from concept through completion with institutional discipline.

  • SustainGovernance, risk and long-term continuity

    We build governance frameworks that ensure continuity across ownership, management and capital structures. Due diligence and ongoing risk oversight support succession, mitigation and long-term alignment across generations.

04 — Our Clients

Our Clients

Specialized cross-border expertise across four distinct client profiles.

05 — Latest Insights

Perspectives, periodically.

Investment 08/25

Le Temps: Americans rediscover Swiss Banking

Wealthy Americans are once again showing interest in placing part of their assets in Switzerland.

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Private Wealth 08/25

The Discreet Powerhouse

Why internationally minded clients look to Switzerland for financial stability and diversification.

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Citywire Switzerland Top 50 Independent Asset Managers 2020 award
Press Release 08/25

Citywire: Top 50

Pilotage Private Wealth featured in Switzerland's Top 50 Independent Asset Managers 2020.

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