Wilsons Advisory taps sales veteran to spearhead WA expansion

Yasmine Raso

Senior Journalist, Financial Newswire

12 March 2025

Wilsons Advisory has made the move to expand its network and cater for clients based in Western Australia, with the appointment of Rob Black to spearhead the firm’s growth efforts out of its new office in Perth.

Former Managing Director and Head of Institutional Sales at Euroz Hartleys, Black brings over 20 years of experience and expertise in corporate finance and institutional sales to the new role, in which he will cement the firm’s presence on Australia’s west coast and lead the firm’s offering in private wealth advisory, institutional sales and corporate advisory.

Black will report directly to Wilsons Advisory chief executive, Brad Gale, who previously led JBWere’s efforts in Western Australia.

“With Rob’s leadership, we’re well-positioned to meet [the demand for high-quality, tailored investment advice across asset classes, including direct equities, top global fund managers, and special situation opportunities] and establish a strong presence,” Gale said.

With the new office in Perth, the firm said it intends to continue to provide “sophisticated” opportunities for high-net-worth (HNW) investors and corporate clients across more ‘obvious’ sectors such as natural resources, as well as areas less explored such as healthcare and life sciences, food and agribusiness, diversified financials, and technology.

“We have a deep pool of high-net-worth investors looking for more than just resource sector opportunities,” Black said.

“We’re here to provide access to sophisticated investment solutions that align with where the state’s economy is heading.

“We want to be more than just another player in resources. WA’s economy is shifting, and Wilsons Advisory is perfectly placed to support corporate clients beyond the traditional sectors.

“Wilsons Advisory isn’t just moving into WA – we’re led by people who know this market inside out and we’re bringing local knowledge, national reach, and a fresh approach to investment and corporate finance.”