Legg Mason appoints new ANZ Marketing Head
Global funds manager, Legg Mason has announced a key appointment to its Australia and New Zealand management team.
The company announced today it had appointed Felicity Nicholson as the firm's head of Head of Marketing in Australia and New Zealand reporting to Managing Director, Andy Sowerby.
The announcement said Nicholson would be responsible for the strategic marketing and communications programs for Legg Mason and its affiliates across Australia and New Zealand.
Nicholson joins Legg Mason from Hastings Asset Management where she was Head of Marketing and had previously worked within MLC as Head of Marketing - platforms and investments.
Commenting on Nicholson's appointment, Sowerby said she had extensive experience in global funds management.
"Her deep understanding of needs and perspectives of clients and the broader funds management industry as well as her proven strategic leadership will be a significant asset to our team," he said.
Recommended for you
Australian fund managers are actively seeking to launch Cayman versions of their funds to attract offshore flows, with Regal Partners set to launch its latest offering this month.
As private markets gain traction in Australia but only a limited pool of talent is available, three recruiters explore whether fund managers should consider looking overseas to find top talent.
With an explosion of private credit managers appearing in the market, two alternatives experts believe a consolidation is needed to maintain the quality of the sector.
Bentham Asset Management has become the latest fund manager to expand its distribution team as it reports increased interest in its credit strategies.
