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New Appointment at Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM): Steven de Vries Takes Over as Head of Wholesale & Retail Distribution for EMEA
Steven de Vries has been appointed as the new Head of Wholesale & Retail Distribution for the EMEA region at Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM). This announcement was made by Honor Solomon, Retail Head EMEA at LGIM.
In her comment, Honor Solomon expressed her delight at Steven de Vries' decision to join LGIM, stating that this appointment comes at an exciting time for the company. She believes that LGIM is well-positioned to capture growth opportunities in continental Europe and beyond, citing sustained fee pressure and more costly local competitors as reasons for LGIM's potential growth prospects.
Steven de Vries will be primarily based in LGIM's Amsterdam office, where he will oversee client coverage across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. His role will primarily focus on business growth, with a specific emphasis on Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. He will report directly to Honor Solomon in his new position.
It is worth noting that Steven de Vries' role does not provide further details about the specific roles and responsibilities he will undertake, nor does it mention any specific countries that LGIM will focus on for growth. Additionally, the location of his primary office and who he will be reporting to, apart from Honor Solomon, are not specified in Honor Solomon's comment.
Steven de Vries' appointment comes after the retirement of Simon Hynes, who held the position at the beginning of the year. With his extensive experience in the industry, Steven de Vries is expected to make significant contributions to LGIM's growth strategy in the EMEA region.
This development marks an important step for LGIM as they continue to expand their presence and business in the EMEA region. With Steven de Vries at the helm of Wholesale & Retail Distribution, LGIM is poised to make a strong impact in the market.
- Steven de Vries' extensive experience in the industry will be a valuable asset for the technology and finance sectors within LGIM's business, as he takes over his role as Head of Wholesale & Retail Distribution for EMEA.
- In the ever-evolving business landscape, particularly within the technology sector, LGIM's focus on continental Europe and beyond, driven by individuals like Steven de Vries, could position them to gain a competitive edge in the EMEA region.
