EdenTree Investment Management has appointed Robert Wilson as head of UK retail sales for the company after spending 25 years with AXA IM.
Wilson began his career as a private client manager at Greig Middleton, where he remained for 15 years before a stint at Morgan Grenfell Investment Funds. He started at AXA IM in 1999 as an investment sales manager and worked his way to head of global financial institutions, UK, a position he has held for over a decade.
In the new role, Wilson will head the newly-created UK retail sales team which unites the wholesale and adviser teams under one unit. He will report to Phil Baker, head of distribution.
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“At this time of evolution within the sustainable investment industry, our ability to build and nurture strong and supportive client relationships is of utmost importance,” Baker said.
“Rob’s significant sales expertise and deep understanding of the UK retail landscape make him ideally positioned to lead our growth ambitions in this focus area of the market for EdenTree. His genuinely client-centric approach and extensive client network will help foster our existing relationships while opening up new and exciting distribution channels.”
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Wilson added: “I am excited to join EdenTree at this pivotal time for the industry, and look forward to working with the sales and investment teams to bring the company’s significant sustainable investment expertise to a broader client base.”