Close Brothers
PEOPLE MOVES: Pakistan, Old Mutual Wealth, Jupiter
The Panama Papers fallout continues with the prime minister of Pakistan resigning. Old Mutual Wealth has hired an investment specialist to support advisers, while Jupiter’s head of Middle East & Africa has left the company.
People Moves | 1 Dec 16
PEOPLE MOVES: Zurich, MBMG, Close Brothers
A Zurich stalwart has been hired to the Middle East to head up the life insurer’s retail distribution team, while Bangkok-based advisory firm MBMG announces a departure. Close Brothers appoints a new business development director, who will work closely with UK advisers.
PEOPLE MOVES: StanChart, FPI, Aviva
Standard Chartered’s Asean and south Asia chief executive has stepped down with immediate effect. Friends Provident International has appointed a regional sales director for Singapore, while Aviva has hired a tech industry heavy hitter for a new communications role.
Albion Ventures to acquire OLIM IM from Close Brothers
UK-based venture capital investor Albion Ventures has agreed to acquire OLIM Investment Managers from Close Brothers Group.
Close Brothers AM buys Eos
Close Brothers Asset Management has acquired the chartered financial planning firm, Eos Wealth Management, for an undisclosed sum.