TelstraSuper CIO returns to old stomping grounds at Mercer

TelstraSuper’s Chief Investment Officer, Graeme Miller, has exited his role at the profit-to-member fund to take up the same yet newly-created position at Mercer Super.

Miller had held the role of CIO at TelstraSuper since 2016, after first joining the fund in 2010 and working in several senior investment management roles across property, infrastructure, opportunities, hedge funds and private markets.

“Graeme has played a pivotal role in shaping our investment strategy, delivering strong outcomes for members and driving the fund’s approach to sustainable investing,” TelstraSuper Chief Executive Officer, Chris Davies, said.

“On behalf of everyone at TelstraSuper and our members, I want to sincerely thank Graeme for his dedication, commitment and expertise. We wish him the very best in his next chapter.”

In the CIO role at Mercer Super, Miller will take on responsibility for spearheading the development of the firm’s investment strategy and continuing to deliver strong performance. Miller initially commenced his career at Mercer as an actuarial graduate.

“Graeme is an investments leader of the highest quality with decades of experience in managing and advising on retirement assets,” Mercer’s Pacific CIO, Kylie Willment, said.

“With Graeme as part of the team, harnessing the deep expertise of Mercer’s 3,000-strong global team of investment professionals, we believe Mercer Super is well placed to deliver the best possible retirement outcomes for members.”

Based in Melbourne, Miller will look to start in his new position in the next few months.

“The Board and I are delighted that Graeme will be joining us. Having a CIO of Graeme’s calibre dedicated to the investment outcomes of our members’ portfolios will help further our position among Australia’s best super funds,” Mercer Super’s CEO, Claire Ross, said.

Following Miller’s departure, TelstraSuper has appointed Head of Alternative Investments and Real Assets, Kate Misic, as interim Chief Investment Officer.