Mr Lidbury will be responsible for managing Perpetual Private’s multi-manager product and the approved product list process for its model portfolio.
This is a new role which combines Perpetual Private’s multi-manager and model portfolio research teams into a large research platform to support the evolving needs of its client base.
Perpetual Private general manager of product and investments Jason Komadina said Mr Lidbury’s knowledge and experience will help to further grow the business’ investment offerings.
“Our clients are increasingly looking for more sophisticated investment solutions, making the service offered by this team key to Perpetual Private,” said Mr Komadina.
“As a result, we have created a new role to lead and develop a broader and deeper research platform.”
Mr Komadina said Mr Lidbury is well placed to lead the business in achieving its goals and continuing to deliver outcomes for its clients.