MEDIA RELEASE: GQG Partners has appointed Justin Murray to the newly created role of director of distribution – NSW, reporting to director of wholesale markets Daniel Bullock and based in Sydney.

It is the third new appointment to the distribution team in the past three months, and brings the team to 5 people.

Mr Murray joins GQG Partners from Colonial First State where he was business development manager, platforms, a role he held for four years. He has also held a number of other business development and distribution roles with Colonial First State, since 2011. He holds a bachelor of commerce majoring in finance and international business from the University of Wollongong.

Mr Bullock says Mr Murray’s appointment comes at a time of ongoing growth for GQG Partners in Australia.

“We are seeing very strong interest in our global equities and global emerging markets funds in Australia, as investors recognise the benefits these investment opportunities may bring to their portfolios.

“The funds have continued to achieve strong relative returns for investors through the market volatility of recent months. As a result of the ongoing investor interest, we are continuing to expand our operations in Australia and Justin’s appointment is part of this growth. He has a strong understanding of the financial services industry and the financial advice market in NSW which will be invaluable to our team,” Mr Bullock says.

“The appointment also means we can continue to strengthen and develop the service and relationships we have with our existing clients.”