1291 Group is a global financial services company that specializes in creating bespoke wealth protection solutions for high-net worth individuals, family offices and entrepreneurs. The name "1291" honours the historical founding year of Switzerland, symbolising the values of independence, protection, and adherence to the rule of law.
We have been dedicated to safeguarding the assets and interests of our clients and their families worldwide, since we were founded in 2000. Our approach centres on crafting long-term, compliant solutions that are flexible and can adapt to their future needs. These structures often integrate insurance solutions, whether stand-alone or in combination with trusts, foundations, companies, or funds.
Our team comprises highly skilled professionals with extensive expertise in wealth protection, international tax, legal, and compliance matters. We also have deep domain expertise in utilising insurance, trusts, pensions, and other investment vehicles. By leveraging this expertise, we design compliant holding structures tailored to the unique needs of our clients. We work together with our clients’ trusted advisors, including those who work at leading banks, private banks, asset managers, accountancy, tax and law firms.
1291 Group is licensed in over 35 countries, we work with more than 50 insurance companies in 16 jurisdictions and offer tax-compliant solutions in over 60 countries. We pride ourselves on combining a structured corporate approach with an entrepreneurial spirit, delivering solutions with practical and direct advice.
Industry
Financial Services, Independent financial advisers, Financial and insurance services, Business Services
HQ Location
Beethovenstrasse 24
Zurich, Switzerland 8032, CH
Keywords
Life InsurancePPLIWealth planningWealth protectio