Lonsec Group CEO to join Perpetual Investments

Perpetual has announced the appointment of Amanda Gillespie as general manager, client solutions and strategy in the firm's investments' division, effective February 2018.

In this newly-created role, Gillespie will be responsible for Perpetual Investments' business strategy, managing strategic initiatives and business priorities, and leading the client solutions and strategy team.

Gillespie, who has more than 20 years' investment experience, will join from Lonsec where she has been group CEO for more than three years and has played a role in building out the firm's research and consulting capabilities.

Commenting on her appointment, group executive for Perpetual Investments, David Lane, said: "This role will enable us to have a sharp focus on meeting the changing needs of our clients, and further exploring growth opportunities for the business. Amanda's leadership strength, investment background and deep sector knowledge are the right fit for this role."

Gillespie added: "I am excited to be joining Perpetual at this important time for the business. I have always had enormous respect for the Perpetual brand and the calibre of the team, and I am looking forward to working with the business to identify and seize fresh opportunities."

A spokesperson for Lonsec confirmed that the firm is currently recruiting to replace Gillespie.