Copia boutique appoints Portfolio Manager from REST

Ralton Asset Management, part of Copia Investment Partners, has announced the appointment of Will Riggall as portfolio manager, effective March 2018.

In this role, Riggall will work alongside Ralton's head of Australian equities, Andrew Stanley.

Riggall joins from REST, where he spent over four years as a senior investment manager. Prior to this, he spent time at Wallara Asset Management and AMP Capital where he was portfolio manager for the firm's Sustainable Alpha Funds.

Commenting on his appointment at Ralton, Stanley said: "We're delighted to have someone of Will's calibre join Ralton. He brings over 15 years' experience having held senior portfolio management roles within the investment and superannuation industry."

CEO of parent company, Copia Investment Partners, Sam Baillieu, added: "It's pleasing to see Ralton attract such an experienced investment management professional. Will has the experience to help Ralton continue to build its reputation as a specialist managed accounts provider, while bringing complementary investment management skills to the team."

A spokesperson for REST has confirmed that recruitment is underway to appoint Riggall's successor.