UBS AM has announced that Thira Ngoeun has joined UBS Asset Management as Head Wholesale Client Coverage Australia, effective Monday 22 January 2024.
Thira joins from BNP Paribas AM where he was most recently Head of Wholesale Distribution, Australia & New Zealand. He brings a wealth of experience in the Australian asset management industry, having previously held various distribution roles with Nikko AM and Blackrock. He began his career on the investment side at AMP in 2007. Thira holds a Master of Applied Finance from Macquarie University, Sydney.
Thira’s appointment is a key step in the growth strategy for UBS Asset Management in Australia and New Zealand as we develop our local with global product strategy and strengthen our distribution capabilities in this fast-evolving wealth market. Thira will report locally to Alison Telfer as Country Head for UBS Asset Management Australia & NZ and regionally to Thomas Kaegi, APAC Head of Wholesale Distribution.