Policy Head departs the SMSF Association

The SMSF Association (SMSFA) has announced the departure of head of policy, Jordan George, effective 23 August 2019.

George has worked for the SMSFA since 2012 and has led its work on issues including the Financial System Inquiry, the 2016 superannuation reforms, the establishment of FASEA and its educational and ethical standards, the Financial Services Royal Commission and the Productivity Commission superannuation review, the SMSFA said

He leaves to re-join Federal Treasury where he previously served as a policy analyst. In his new role, he will serve as senior adviser, retirement income policy division.

Commenting on his departure, the SMSFA said: "The Association and its members wish him all the best in his future endeavours and our sincere thanks for his committed work over the past seven-and-half years."

The SMSFA said it intends to appoint his successor "later this year."