Natixis IM appoints institutional sales specialist

Global asset manager, Natixis Investment Managers (Natixis IM), has reaffirmed its commitment to its institutional clients with the appointment of James Damicoucas as Director, Institutional Sales.

Damicoucas brings a wealth of experience to the new role, having spent time at both Frontier Advisors and Zenith Investment Partners in investment consulting and analyst roles.

Based in Melbourne, Damicoucas will report to Head of Institutional Distribution, Australia and New Zealand, Danny King, and will take on responsibility for delivering successful client outcomes and developing institutional relationships.

“We’re pleased to welcome James to the team. At Natixis IM, we’re deeply committed to understanding our clients’ entire portfolios and aligning their needs with bespoke, best-in-class solutions from our global network of expert investment managers,” Louise Watson, Country Head for Australia and New Zealand at Natixis IM, said.

“James, with his expertise across wealth management and investments, combined with his client-centric and consultative approach will compliment this service and strengthen our ability to build strong relationships with institutional clients.”

Damicoucas will work across Natixis IM’s suite of affiliate investment managers and their offerings to provide investment solutions tailored to the particular goals and needs of institutional clients.

“I look forward to joining the Natixis Investment Managers team and continuing to grow and strengthen its institutional client  relationships across Australia,” he said, commenting on the new role.

“We share a commitment to delivering high-quality, bespoke solutions through a flexible, consultative approach that carefully considers each client’s unique needs.”