Liontrust has reported this morning that it has appointed Sophie Andrews as its new Head of UK Strategic Partners and Consolidators.
According to Liontrust, Sophie will be responsible for expanding and enhancing Liontrust’s relationships with distribution partners including national IFA firms, networks, consolidators, rating agencies and insurance companies.
Sophie joins Liontrust from Franklin Templeton where she held the role of Head of UK Strategic Alliances. She joined Legg Mason in 2018, prior to its acquisition by Franklin Templeton, and before that was Strategic Relationship Manager (UK Funds) at JP Morgan Asset Management.
Kristian Cook, Head of UK Distribution at Liontrust, commented: “Sophie is an important addition to both Liontrust and the sales team. Strategic partners are at the forefront of our distribution strategy for the UK across our funds and solutions. Sophie brings a wealth of experience of working with strategic partners, which includes negotiating mutually successful bespoke distribution agreements.
“The Sustainable Future funds, Multi-Asset solutions and Economic Advantage funds are extensively held across the adviser market, where we believe there are opportunities for other Liontrust funds including European Dynamic Fund and the Global Innovation fund range.”
Sophie Andrews added: “I am delighted to be joining Liontrust as this is a fantastic opportunity to build on its existing partnerships. Liontrust has a strong brand underpinned by its compelling product offering and proven distribution team, and I look forward to enhancing awareness and engagement with strategic partners and thereby expanding distribution through this part of the market.”
