UBS Asset Management Names Sustainability Head
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Swiss bank UBS is hiring a sustainable expert for its asset management arm. The experienced banker used to manage the investments of an Australian state.
UBS asset management is appointing Lucy Thomas as head of sustainable investing, the bank said in an emailed statement.
Thomas will lead sustainability and impact strategy and report to Barry Gill, head of investments for UBS asset management.
In her previous role, Thomas was head of investment stewardship at TCorp, the financial markets’ partner of the New South Wales government in Australia. Thomas will move from Sydney to Zurich for the position.
Thomas brings extensive experience working with clients and leading the integration of sustainability factors into the investment process globally, Gill said in the statement.
Questions & Answers
Q.What will Lucy Thomas's new role at UBS Asset Management entail?
What will Lucy Thomas's new role at UBS Asset Management entail?
Lucy Thomas will lead sustainability and impact strategy for UBS Asset Management. She will report to Barry Gill, head of investments for the asset management arm.
Q.Who will Lucy Thomas report to in her new position?
Who will Lucy Thomas report to in her new position?
Lucy Thomas will report to Barry Gill, who is the head of investments for UBS Asset Management. Gill also commented on her extensive experience.
Q.What was Lucy Thomas's previous role before joining UBS Asset Management?
What was Lucy Thomas's previous role before joining UBS Asset Management?
Previously, Lucy Thomas was head of investment stewardship at TCorp, which is the financial markets’ partner of the New South Wales government in Australia.
Q.Where will Lucy Thomas be based for her new role at UBS Asset Management?
Where will Lucy Thomas be based for her new role at UBS Asset Management?
Lucy Thomas will move from Sydney to Zurich for her new position as head of sustainable investing. She is currently based in Sydney.