Andrew Jackson (pictured) was previously head of fixed income at Credit Suisse Asset Management.
Effective 22 January 2024, Jackson brings more than 20 years' fixed income experience to the role.
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He most recently served as head of fixed income at Credit Suisse Asset Management, prior to which he held similar senior positions at Federated Hermes International and Cairn Capital.
Christel Rendu de Lint, Vontobel co-CEO and head of investments, said: «I am pleased to welcome Andrew to Vontobel. With more than two decades of fixed income investing experience, he 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."
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Jackson added: «I am delighted to join Vontobel's strong investment-led and client-focused culture. I look forward to working with my new colleagues at what is expected to be an exciting time for the fixed income asset class.»
Vontobel's fixed income boutique was founded more than 35 years ago and has CHF 18bn (£16.5bn) in assets under management. It currently has 39 investment professionals across Zurich, New York, Miami and Hong Kong.
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