Amara Haqqani will step into the newly created role of chief client strategy officer at Bennelong. Ms Haqqani will be based in Sydney and report to chief executive Craig Bingham.
“The traditional client profile is changing, and we’re working in a more nuanced and complex environment. It’s critical that we adapt and build solutions to meet those changing clients’ needs to ensure we remain relevant to our clients into the future,” Mr Bingham said.
“Amara’s extensive experience and passion for customer-centricity is the perfect fit for Bennelong in our ongoing commitment to put our clients at the heart of everything we do.”
Ms Haqqani was most recently a director for consulting firm Milliman, prior to which she held senior policy and compliance roles at the Financial Services Council, Challenger Limited and RBC Global Asset Management. She has also held roles at Equity Trustees, Orchard and Aviva.
“Following a number of years focusing on superannuation members and their retirement income needs, I am now broadening my scope to all types of financial services clients. I’m looking forward to using my experience across product, policy and risk management to further develop Bennelong’s offering,” Ms Haqqani said.
The appointment comes as Bennelong strengthens its UK arm – BennBridge – with three senior appointments for its leadership team. Naureen Khan has been appointed managing director for the UK and Europe client group, while Dicken Watson has been appointed chief business officer and general counsel and Charles Oldmeadow has been appointed director for the UK and Europe client group.
“Our global offering spans various audiences, but what remains consistent is our focus on delivering the best outcomes for our clients. These appointments further strengthen our client capability as we position the business for the next phase in its growth – both here in Australia and overseas,” Mr Bingham said.
