Moore has been with First Sentier Investors since June 2010.  In May 2020, he was appointed Global Head of Distribution and relocated from Sydney to London. Prior to this role, he served as Managing Director for Australia, New Zealand, and Japan, where he was responsible for business development and client service across these key markets.

In his new position, Moore will play a vital role in collaborating with all of First Sentier Investors’ investment teams to advance their growth plans, ensuring their interests are represented within the broader First Sentier Investors business. He will also oversee responsible investment, product management, investments business management, and our First Sentier Investors’ branded investment teams based in Australia and Asia. Moore who is based in London, will return to Sydney during Q1 2025.

Prendiville is based in Singapore and brings over 25 years of asset management experience, with a strong focus on client service. During her decade at First Sentier Investors, she has been instrumental in delivering exceptional service to our clients. Before joining First Sentier, Prendiville served as Executive Director of Institutional Business Development at Goldman Sachs Asset Management, where she worked in both London and Singapore. Her extensive background also includes roles at Morgan Stanley Investment Management and Investec Asset Management, where she successfully managed relationships with a diverse range of clients, including pension funds, central banks, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, and private clients.

Both Moore and Prendiville will continue to report to Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mark Steinberg, and will be integral members of the First Sentier Investors Executive Committee.

Mark Steinberg, CEO commented, “Harry’s extensive experience in business development and client service, combined with his deep understanding of the investment landscape, makes him an excellent fit for this role. Lauren’s comprehensive experience, both prior to and within First Sentier Investors, positions her exceptionally well to understand and meet our clients’ evolving needs. We look forward to their leadership in driving our strategic initiatives and enhancing our commitment to delivering value to our clients.”

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Kevin Kandasamy

Leading global investment manager, First Sentier Investors (FSI), has announced the appointment of Kevin Kandasamy as Head of Institutional Distribution, Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), effective yesterday.

Kandasamy, who is Melbourne-based, will report to Lauren Prendiville, Managing Director and Head of Distribution – APAC. He will be part of the ANZ Distribution team and will be responsible for driving FSI’s institutional distribution strategy, deepening and expanding institutional client and consultant relationships in the region, and leading a high-performing team.

“We are pleased to welcome Kevin to the business. The depth of his experience will be an asset to the team and to our culture of putting our clients first,” Prendiville said.

Prior to joining FSI, Kandasamy was at Dimensional Fund Advisors, where he has worked since 2006. He was most recently Co-Head of Client Group.

FSI offers long-term investment capabilities including Australian and global equities, global emerging markets and Asia Pacific equities, direct and listed infrastructure, fixed income and multi-asset solutions, systematic equities and listed property on behalf of institutional investors, financial advisers and their clients worldwide. It also recently announced a strategic partnership with AlbaCore Capital Group, which will diversify its investment offering to include alternative credit capabilities.

Commenting on joining FSI, Kandasamy said, “First Sentier Investors has a long and successful track record as a responsible investor and a leading global asset manager. I am thrilled to be stepping into this role and working with a talented team as we continue our commitment to providing a seamless experience for our clients.”

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