InvestorDaily collates the biggest hires and exits in the financial service space from the final three months of 2025.
Movements in the final quarter encompassed new C-Suite executives, fund managers and chief compliance officers.
Read on for the latest appointments:
October
ANZ completes new leadership team with 3 exec hires
In October, the major bank announced that chief executive Nuno Matos had finalised his leadership team with three Melbourne appointments.
Pedro Rodeia joined as group executive Australia retail, Christine Palmer as group chief risk officer, and Donald Patra as ANZ’s chief information officer, a former colleague of Matos’ from HSBC.
Allianz Retire+ announces new CEO amid leadership changes
Allianz Retire+ announced major leadership changes with the appointment of a new CEO and distributions heads, with the fresh leadership team “ready to accelerate growth, innovation and impact.”
David Kane was confirmed as chief executive – Kane initially joined Allianz in 2019 as chief operating officer following 18 years at Macquarie Group working across wealth management and banking.
Blackwattle snags FSI trio for inaugural equity income fund
Blackwattle Investment Partners hired a trio from First Sentier Investors to run its first equity income fund: Rudi Minbatiwala, Jason Moodie, and Marlon Chan have worked together for the past 17 years at FSI, where they managed the First Sentier Equity Income Strategy together since 2008.
Future Generation CEO to depart next year
Philanthropic investment group Future Generation’s CEO, Caroline Gurney, announced she will be stepping down from the role at the start of 2026.
November
ASX names new compliance officer amid heightened regulatory scrutiny
In November, the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) announced the appointment of Lucinda McCann as its new chief compliance officer, to start with immediate effect.
The appointment comes as the ASX is facing increased regulatory scrutiny after a series of compliance and operational issues, including a probe by the corporate regulator in June.
AMP strengthens platform growth with senior North hire
Meanwhile, AMP appointed a former funds management chief as director for platform growth and wealth distribution. Kristine Goodwin (nee Brooks) was formerly chief country officer and executive director Australia for New Zealand-based fund manager Milford Asset Management. Prior to joining Milford, she was chief distribution officer for life and investments at Zurich Australia.
MLC Super expands leadership team to support growth
MLC Super added three senior leaders to its executive ranks as the fund moves to accelerate growth, enhance member engagement and deliver on its recently refreshed strategy.
The fund said the appointments bring together deep expertise across education, advice, corporate growth and client relationships, supporting its ambition to become Australia’s most trusted and fastest-growing super fund.
Global X nabs former CFS marketing director
The exchange-traded fund (ETF) provider named Scott Spencer its new head of marketing to oversee brand strategy and marketing initiatives – the new appointment representing another milestone in the firm’s rapid growth.
Spencer’s appointment follows a series of August hires filling five new roles across technology, compliance, and product and business development.
December
Koda Capital partner departs after three years
A partner at Koda Capital, who joined the firm from almost a decade in advice roles at AMP, exited the wealth manager. Brisbane-based Cassandra Hinze had worked at the private wealth firm since February 2023 and formerly spent almost a decade at AMP in a variety of roles.
Ex-Insignia GM moves to Trellia Wealth Partners
Meanwhile, Trellia Wealth Partners appointed a managing partner, joining from almost four years at Insignia Financial.
Cameron Spittle was appointed the firm’s first managing partner, bringing 25 years experience in wealth management across sales and distribution.
Women in Super announces two new directors
Super association Women in Super appointed two new directors to its board and re-appointed one member in December. Carla De Campo, executive director for public affairs at IFM Investors, and Michelle Ingram, home lending executive at NAB, were both been elected to join the board for the first time.
