Ms Hancock has 20 years of experience within the financial services industry.
She was chief operating officer and chief executive of boutique investment manager 452 Capital between 2005 and 2010 and business manager of research and alliances at Challenger Financial Services prior to that.
Wingate chief investment officer Chad Padowitz said this appointment is about preparing for the next phase of growth and ensuring clients receive the best possible level of service.
“Lyndsey’s experience is broad, and includes business management and administration, client relationship management and reporting, sales and investment support services and compliance and risk management,” said Mr Padowitz.
“Lyndsey has a proven track record in engaging with retail and institutional distribution teams and senior decision makers, and brings a strong skill set to Wingate Asset Management."