Phil Anderson
Phil Anderson, FAAA’s general manager, policy advocacy and standards, will be retiring on 27 November 2026 after over 30 years in the financial services industry, and much of the last twenty years dedicated to the financial advice profession.
Sarah Abood, chief executive officer of FAAA, thanked Phil Anderson for his dedication and service to the profession.
“Phil has made an outstanding contribution to the FAAA and to the financial advice profession that we serve. He has been absolutely tireless in shaping numerous important policy and standards outcomes, and building strong stakeholder relationships across government, media, and peak bodies as well as the broader profession.
“His leadership as CEO of the AFA was a key element in the successful merger of the AFA and FPA to create the FAAA. In his combined 13 years of service across both organisations, he has made a lasting positive impact for members.
“Phil has been a determined advocate for the financial advice profession for over 20 years, with senior roles in AMP, NAB, CFS, Netwealth and the AFA before the FAAA. In all that time he has consistently promoted the value of financial advice and has been a fierce supporter of financial advisers and planners and the important work they do for their clients.
“On behalf of the Board, Executive Team and staff, we thank Phil and wish him an extremely well-deserved relaxing time in retirement.”
Anderson said: “It has been a privilege to work alongside colleagues, members and stakeholders who are passionate about advancing the profession.
“Whilst we have faced a series of challenges along the way, from the FoFA reforms in 2011-12 through to the substantial announcements by the Minister last week, I am proud of what we have achieved together and look forward to following the FAAA’s ongoing success.
“Although I will be stepping back from full time work, I am intent on continuing to contribute to the advice profession and ensure that it continues to prosper.”
Anderson will retire at the conclusion of the FAAA Congress in November.
A recruitment process is underway for the role.