Former AMP Capital operative joins asset consultant

Darren Beesley, the former head of AMP Capital's multi-asset team has joined Evidentia Group as a partner.

Beesley was head of portfolio management at AMP Capital where he led the team of portfolio managers and analysts responsible for AMP's range of multi-asset funds.

The multi-asset specialist quit AMP Capital last month after flagging his intended departure in August.

Evidentia, an asset consultant, said Beesley brings nearly 20 years of specialist knowledge in portfolio construction, investment strategy, asset allocation, and risk management.

"Darren's addition to the team is an exciting development for Evidentia's partner advice firms (clients), as he is not only a leading investment professional, he also has a passion for working with high-quality advice firms to build and manage tailored portfolios that link directly to the delivery of their advice strategies."

During his six years with AMP Capital, Beesley also headed up the firm's retirement division.

Before joining the investment manager, he held portfolio management roles with IAG, Perpetual, and Ankura Capital.

Beesley started his career as an investment analyst with Towers Watson.

Commenting on his departure, AMP Capital said: "Darren made a significant contribution during his five years at AMP Capital, most notably the launch of the Core Retirement Fund in 2016. We wish him all the best."

In August, Nick Schoenmaker joined Evidentia as a senior asset consultant after spending two years at Aberdeen Standard Investments.

Additional reporting by Karren Vergara