About Citadel Trustee

Our Story

Founded with a clear mission to address the growing need for independent, professional trust services in Malaysia, Citadel Trustee emerged as a response to the market's demand for unbiased wealth preservation solutions. Unlike product-tied institutions, we operate with complete independence, ensuring every recommendation serves your best interests -not ours.

Our approach combines traditional fiduciary principles with modern wealth management strategies, creating bespoke solutions that address the complex needs of today's global families and enterprises.

Our subsidiary, Forte Wealth Advisory, serves as our official marketing arm - providing expert wealth advisory and financial planning services to ensure clients receive comprehensive guidance from consultation through to trust implementation.

Leadership

Syarifah Baizura

Syarifah Baizura

Chief Executive Officer & Director

Syarifah Baizura brings extensive expertise in trust administration and wealth management to her role as CEO and Director of Citadel Trustee Berhad. Her leadership has been instrumental in establishing the company as Malaysia's trusted independent private trust company.

With a deep understanding of fiduciary excellence and client-centric service, she guides the organization's commitment to providing sophisticated trust solutions while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory integrity and confidentiality.

Under her direction, Citadel Trustee continues to serve as a trusted steward for families, entrepreneurs, and institutions seeking to protect their assets and secure their legacies for generations to come.

Azizi Bin Anuar

Azizi Bin Anuar

Director

Azizi brings over 20 years of leadership experience across corporate and commercial banking, debt advisory, and credit risk management. He has held senior executive roles with leading financial institutions including MARC Ratings Berhad, MARC Solutions, Ipmuda Berhad, Alkhair International Islamic Bank, RHB Bank (Labuan), Asian Finance Bank, Bank Muamalat, UOB Malaysia, and AmBank.

He is currently Vice President, Business Origination & Development at MARC Ratings Berhad, where he drives bond and sukuk ratings across sectors including infrastructure, energy, transportation, and telecommunications. Previously, as Vice President at MARC Solutions, he successfully led debt advisory and restructuring projects, closing deals worth over RM40 million.

Azizi has an extensive track record in corporate & commercial banking leadership, debt advisory, capital markets, sukuk/loan structuring, and risk management with proven ability to reduce NPLs and improve approval processes. He has contributed to major cross-border financing including USD-based syndicated loans for SapuraKencana Petroleum (USD2bn) and Genting IPP (USD1.2bn).

Education: Bachelor of Science in Economics from Northern Illinois University, USA.

Dato' Dr. Suhaimi Bin Ibrahim

Dato' Dr. Suhaimi Bin Ibrahim

Strategic Advisor

A seasoned leader born in Kampung Sega, Raub, and raised in Kampung Budu, Kuala Lipis, Dato' Dr. Suhaimi bin Ibrahim has built a career defined by a deep commitment to governance and community development. After completing his early education at Sekolah Kebangsaan Budu and Sekolah Menengah Clifford, Dato' Dr. Suhaimi bin Ibrahim pursued an extensive academic path, earning a PhD in Politics and Government from Universiti Putra Malaysia in 2013. His academic credentials also include a Master's in Educational Psychology and a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology and Sociology from Universiti Malaya, complemented by executive training at world-class institutions such as the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

Dato' Dr. Suhaimi bin Ibrahim has held significant administrative portfolios, including serving as the Political Secretary to the Prime Minister and the Political Secretary to the Minister of Women, Family, and Community Development. A former State Assemblyman (ADUN) for Benta, he also dedicated years to grassroots development as the State Director for KEMAS in Pahang, Penang, and the Federal Territory. His influence in youth advocacy is profound, having led both the Malaysian Youth Council (MBM) and the Peninsular Malay Students Federation (GPMS) as President, while also serving as a consultant for the UN and UNESCO on global youth development.

Today, Dato' Dr. Suhaimi bin Ibrahim remains a central figure in the corporate and social sectors as the Chairman of Koperasi Belia Nasional (KOBENA). Within the private sector, he brings his strategic expertise to a major trustee company as a shareholder and Principal & Head of the Credit Committee. Furthermore, Dato' Dr. Suhaimi bin Ibrahim continues to drive social impact as Chairman of the Malaysian Youth Foundation and Yayasan Sayang Malaysia. His lifelong contributions are recognized by numerous honors, including the Darjah Indera Mahkota Pahang (DIMP), the Darjah Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz (DSSA), and being named a National Youth Icon.

Our Values

Fiduciary Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of fiduciary duty, acting always in the best interests of our settlors and beneficiaries. Your trust is our most valuable asset.

Absolute Confidentiality

Client privacy is paramount. We maintain rigorous confidentiality protocols, ensuring your financial affairs remain strictly protected.

Regulatory Integrity

Full compliance with Malaysian trust regulations and international best practices forms the foundation of everything we do.

Personalized Service

Every family and business is unique. We reject cookie-cutter solutions in favor of carefully crafted structures that reflect your specific goals.

Long-Term Partnership

Trust relationships span generations. We're committed to being your family's wealth steward for decades to come.

Regulatory Framework & Licensing

Company Registration

1366598-H

Regulatory Oversight

  • • Compliance with Trustee Act 1949
  • • Licensed and regulated by relevant Malaysian authorities
  • • Adherence to international best practices

Insurance & Protection

Professional Indemnity Insurance and comprehensive client protection measures

Why Choose Citadel Trustee

True independence - no product affiliations

Customization focus - bespoke vs. templates

Regulatory excellence

Long-term partnership approach

Professional, qualified team

Capital protection innovation

Client-centric philosophy

Transparency in fees and processes