Ms Cheang will be based in Sydney and will strengthen Mercer’s expert responsible investment capabilities by helping Mercer’s investment clients implement its framework for sustainable growth and address corporate governance risks.
Mercer currently has 12 responsible investment consultants worldwide who specialise in advising boards of superannuation funds, insurance companies, foundations and endowments on sustainable and responsible investment matters.
Ms Cheang joins Mercer from UK-listed asset management firm F&C Asset Management, where she was director of governance and sustainable investments.
She has experience working within investment management, product development and closely with pension clients globally.
Mercer partner and head of responsible investments for Asia-Pacific Helga Birgden said implementing sustainable growth in investments is vital to the risk, return and reputation of Mercer’s client funds and that Ms Cheang brings international expertise to the global team.
“In light of new industry requirements to publish a proxy voting policy and disclose voting results, Alexis will also add her expertise to our advisory work on governance, voting and engagement,” said Ms Birgden.
“Alexis’ role in business development and sustainable investment will be a win for our clients and an asset to our Responsible Investment team,” said Ms Birgden.
