Andrew Jackson
Vontobel Asset Management has appointed ex-Credit Suisse senior executive Andrew Jackson, as its new head of fixed income, replacing Simon Lue-Fong who is departing after three years in the role.
Jackson joined the business this week and is set to report to co-chief executive and head of investments, Christel Rendu, The TRADE understands.
The move follows Lue-Fong’s retirement after three decades in the business, which has included stints at: Pictet Asset Management, Standard Bank Group, and Invesco.
A spokesperson told The TRADE that Jackson will oversee a team of 39 investment professionals in his new role.
London-based Jackson was previously head of fixed income at Credit Suisse for almost two years, having served in the same role at Federated Hermes for five years prior to that.
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Previously in his career, Jackson spent 13 years at Cairn Capital, most recently serving as chief investment officer.
“With more than two decades of fixed income investing experience, [Jackson] brings a wealth of expertise across the full spectrum of fixed income sub-asset classes and will help drive the boutique forward in the new investment landscape. Our fixed income boutique represents a key pillar of Vontobel’s Investments capabilities and will continue to develop further for the benefit of our clients. I want to thank Simon for his commitment to Vontobel and wish him all the best in his retirement,” said Rendu.