$134 Billion Asset Manager First Sentier Investors Hires ex-American Century Investments 11-Year Veteran Jamie Downing as Head of Distribution EMEA, 24 Years of Asset Management Industry Experience at Russell Investments, American Century Investments & $290 Billion bfinance
1st May 2025 | Hong Kong
Australia asset manager First Sentier Investors ($134 billion AUM) has hired ex-American Century Investments 11-year veteran Jamie Downing as Head of Distribution EMEA. Jamie Downing has 24 years of asset management industry experience at Russell Investments, American Century Investments & bfinance ($290 billion AuA). First Sentier Investors was acquired by Mitsubishi UFJ Trust & Banking Corporation (Subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group) in August 2019, and operates as a standalone global investment management business with offices across Europe, the Americas, and the Asia Pacific). Announcement (29/4/25): “First Sentier Investors, a leading global investment manager, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jamie Downing as the new Head of Distribution in EMEA, as the business continues to strengthen its global distribution team. In his new role, Downing will oversee both wholesale and institutional distribution in the EMEA region, complementing the existing team, with a specific focus on the UK, Nordics and Middle East markets. He will also be responsible for collaborating with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, First Sentier Investors’ owner, to explore and deliver new investment opportunities for clients in the region. Downing will be based in London and brings a wealth of experience in the global asset management industry, with deep expertise in business development, client service and sustainable finance. He joins First Sentier Investors from bfinance, where he was the Global Head of Client Consulting. Prior to this, Downing spent 11 years at American Century Investments, most recently as Global Head of Institutional Distribution, following a role as Director of Wealth Management and Consultants at Russell Investments. The appointment follows senior promotions announced last year to strengthen the business’ global sales teams. This includes the promotion of Lauren Prendiville to the role of Global Head of Distribution and Marketing, following the promotion of Harry Moore to Chief Commercial Officer. Downing will report directly to Prendiville.” In 2025 March, First Sentier Investors ($134 billion AUM) alternative credit specialist AlbaCore ($9 billion AUM) launched a $1.8 billion (expected first close) Senior Direct Lending Strategy with anchor investments from $1 trillion Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (AIDA) subsidiary and Mitsubishi UFJ Trust & Banking Corporation, investing in senior private loans in upper-mid to large cap European corporates. In 2024 November, First Sentier Investors announced the appointment of 14-year veteran Harry Moore as Chief Commercial Officer and 10-year veteran Lauren Prendiville as Global Head of Distribution & Marketing (effective 2025 January). In 2024 June, First Sentier Investors appointed Christy Goh as Head of Intermediary Business for Asia & CEO Singapore (18 years with First Sentier, Joined in 2006), and Marcus Ong appointed as Head of Institutional Business for Asia. Both Christy Goh & Marcus Ong are promoted to the new roles with immediate effect, and will report to Lauren Prendiville (First Sentier Investors Managing Director & Head of Distribution of APAC).
“ $134 Billion Asset Manager First Sentier Investors Hires ex-American Century Investments 11-Year Veteran Jamie Downing as Head of Distribution EMEA, 24 Years of Asset Management Industry Experience at Russell Investments, American Century Investments & $290 Billion bfinance “
Lauren Prendiville, Global Head of Distribution and Marketing: “It is a great pleasure to welcome Jamie to the team. His experience and specialism make him the perfect fit for the next phase of our growth in the region, as we look to deepen relationships with our existing clients and build our footprint in key markets. With a truly client-centric outlook, deep investment experience and market knowledge, Jamie will complement the existing approach, capability and expertise within the business.”
First Sentier Investors – First Sentier Investors manages US$134.9 billion* in assets (as at 31 December 2024) on behalf of institutional investors, pension funds, wholesale distributors, investment platforms, financial advisers and clients worldwide. The firm manages assets across global and regional equities, cash and regional fixed income, infrastructure and property securities, and alternative credit. Our independently branded investment teams include AlbaCore Capital Group, FSSA Investment Managers, Igneo Infrastructure Partners, RQI Investors, and Stewart Investors. All investment teams operate with discrete investment autonomy, according to their investment philosophies and based on responsible investment principles. Our organisation was acquired by Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc in August 2019. We operate as a standalone global investment management business with offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia Pacific. We are a globally Certified B Corporation and signatory to the UK Stewardship Code.
$157 Billion Asset Manager First Sentier Investors Appoints 14-Year Veteran Harry Moore as Chief Commercial Officer & 10-Year Veteran Lauren Prendiville as Global Head of Distribution & Marketing
29th November 2024 – Asset manager First Sentier Investors ($157 billion AUM) has announced the appointment of 14-year veteran Harry Moore as Chief Commercial Officer and 10-year veteran Lauren Prendiville as Global Head of Distribution & Marketing (effective 2025 January). First Sentier Investors (29/11/24): “First Sentier Investors, a leading global investment manager, is pleased to announce two key leadership appointments, effective 1 January 2025. Harry Moore, currently the Global Head of Distribution, Marketing, and Communications is appointed to the newly created role of Chief Commercial Officer; and Lauren Prendiville, currently the Regional Managing Director and Head of Distribution for APAC is appointed as the new Global Head of Distribution and Marketing. Moore has been with First Sentier Investors since June 2010. In May 2020, he was appointed Global Head of Distribution and relocated from Sydney to London. Prior to this role, he served as Managing Director for Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, where he was responsible for business development and client service across these key markets. In his new position, Moore will play a vital role in collaborating with all of First Sentier Investors’ investment teams to advance their growth plans, ensuring their interests are represented within the broader First Sentier Investors business. He will also oversee responsible investment, product management, investments business management, and our First Sentier Investors’ branded investment teams based in Australia and Asia. Moore who is based in London, will return to Sydney during Q1 2025. Prendiville is based in Singapore and brings over 25 years of asset management experience, with a strong focus on client service. During her decade at First Sentier Investors, she has been instrumental in delivering exceptional service to our clients. Before joining First Sentier, Prendiville served as Executive Director of Institutional Business Development at Goldman Sachs Asset Management, where she worked in both London and Singapore. Her extensive background also includes roles at Morgan Stanley Investment Management and Investec Asset Management, where she successfully managed relationships with a diverse range of clients, including pension funds, central banks, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, and private clients. Both Moore and Prendiville will continue to report to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mark Steinberg, and will be integral members of the First Sentier Investors Executive Committee.” In 2024 June, First Sentier Investors appointed Christy Goh as Head of Intermediary Business for Asia & CEO Singapore (18 years with First Sentier, Joined in 2006), and Marcus Ong appointed as Head of Institutional Business for Asia. Both Christy Goh & Marcus Ong are promoted to the new roles with immediate effect, and will report to Lauren Prendiville (First Sentier Investors Managing Director & Head of Distribution of APAC).
Mark Steinberg, CEO: “Harry’s extensive experience in business development and client service, combined with his deep understanding of the investment landscape, makes him an excellent fit for this role. Lauren’s comprehensive experience, both prior to and within First Sentier Investors, positions her exceptionally well to understand and meet our clients’ evolving needs. We look forward to their leadership in driving our strategic initiatives and enhancing our commitment to delivering value to our clients.”
First Sentier Investors – First Sentier Investors is a global asset management group providing high quality, differentiated and relevant investment capabilities to deliver exceptional investment performance for our clients. Today, across the First Sentier Investors Group, we manage US$157.2 billion* in assets across global and regional equities, cash and regional fixed income, infrastructure and property, and alternative credit. We are home to investment teams and brands such as AlbaCore Capital Group, FSSA Investment Managers, Igneo Infrastructure Partners, RQI Investors, and Stewart Investors. All investment teams operate with discrete investment autonomy, according to their investment philosophies and based on responsible investment principles. Our organisation was acquired by Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc in August 2019. We operate as a standalone global investment management business with offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia Pacific. We are a globally Certified B Corporation and signatory to the UK Stewardship Code.
$157 Billion Asset Manager First Sentier Investors Appoints 18-Year Veteran Christy Goh as Head of Intermediary Business for Asia & CEO Singapore, Marcus Ong Appointed as Head of Institutional Business for Asia
14th June 2024 – Asset manager First Sentier Investors with $157 billion AUM has appointed Christy Goh as Head of Intermediary Business for Asia & CEO Singapore (18 years with First Sentier, Joined in 2006), and Marcus Ong appointed as Head of Institutional Business for Asia. Both Christy Goh & Marcus Ong are promoted to the new roles with immediate effect, and will report to Lauren Prendiville (First Sentier Investors Managing Director & Head of Distribution of APAC). First Sentier Investors (13/6/24): “ First Sentier Investors, a leading global investment manager, announced the appointment of Christy Goh as the Head of Intermediary Business, Asia, and CEO, Singapore, and named Marcus Ong as the Head of Institutional Business, Asia. Based in Singapore, Ms Goh will oversee the intermediary business and lead the team in Asia, covering the business and strategy development in both North and Southeast Asia. She was most recently the Head of Distribution, South East Asia. She joined First Sentier Investors in 2006, with more than two decades of experience in the financial industry. Mr Ong will be leading both North and Southeast Asia institutional sales activities. He joined First Sentier Investors as Director of Institutional Business in 2022, bringing in more than 10 years of experience in institutional client management and expertise to the business. He is also based in Singapore. Both promotions broaden the leadership team and reflect the business development efforts and success with which First Sentier Investors has been building across Asia. The appointments are effective immediately.”
Lauren Prendiville, Managing Director & Head of Distribution of APAC: “We are thrilled to entrust Christy Goh and Marcus Ong with their expanded roles. With their proven track records and expertise in developing intermediary and institutional business respectively, we are confident they will spearhead the further growth and expansion of First Sentier Investors in Asia. We believe that these appointments will bring significant value through alignment and collaboration across the regions, ultimately resulting in better client experience.”
Lauren Prendiville – Lauren Prendiville is the Managing Director and Head of Distribution, Asia Pacific (APAC) for First Sentier Investors. In her role, Lauren is responsible for managing the business in APAC (inclusive of Australia and New Zealand), overseeing the business development and the day-to-day functional operations in the region. Lauren is a member of the executive leadership team and a director on a number of company subsidiary boards. Lauren has over 20 years of asset management experience. Prior to joining First Sentier Investors, Lauren was the Executive Director, Institutional Business Development with Goldman Sachs Asset Management based in London and Singapore. Previously, Lauren was with Morgan Stanley Investment Management and Investec Asset Management, working across multiple client segments including pension funds, central banks, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and private clients. Lauren began her career in South Africa and after spending 10 years in London, she transferred to Singapore in 2009. Lauren holds an Investment Management Certificate and a Certificate in Corporate Governance from INSEAD.
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