New senior hire signals next phase of UK growth for Nedgroup Investments

Nedgroup Investments continues to strengthen its UK operation with the hiring of Alan Wateridge to its Client Team.

Wateridge joins as a Client Solutions Lead from Gallagher, where he served as Client Director of Wealth. Prior to that, he was at HSBC Asset Management, where he was Director of Business Development.

His arrival follows a period of ongoing expansion, when in September, Nedgroup boosted its UK sales presence with the senior appointment of Denis Skeate to its Client Team. It also follows a string of other high-profile appointments, including industry veteran Rob Burdett, who joined in 2024 to lead Nedgroup Investments’ international multi-manager business.

Apiramy Jeyarajah, Chief Commercial Officer at Nedgroup Investments, said: “Our UK business has gained significant momentum over the past year, particularly from our fixed income offering. Alan brings the expertise and perspective we need as we enter our next phase of growth, firmly entrenching the UK as our home base. His appointment underscores our commitment to building a team that puts clients at the centre of everything we do.’’

Wateridge added: “I’m excited to be joining Nedgroup Investments – a growing business with exciting opportunities. The firm has become synonymous with strong performance, industry-leading expertise and client-first culture. I’m delighted to be part of the team and looking forward to contributing towards the continued growth.”

Nedgroup Investments’ boutique-led approach offers Fund Selectors and European investors access to specialist managers who are unconstrained by house views and empowered to deliver differentiated outcomes. This model continues to attract seasoned talent and investor interest.

Wateridge’s appointment comes amid sustained growth in Nedgroup’s fixed income offering, with the Global Strategic Bond Fund reaching over $230million, just under 2 years since its launch, driven by increasing allocations from clients.