Northern Trust Asset Management (NTAM) has named Pedro Guazo as its new head of international and responsible investing, a dual-role appointment aimed at expanding the firm’s global reach and deepening its ESG leadership.
Guazo, who joins the firm in August, will lead NTAM’s business across Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific, and take the helm of its $189 billion global responsible investing platform. He will be based in London and join the firm’s global leadership team, reporting to NTAM president Daniel Gamba. Subject to regulatory approval, Guazo will also be appointed CEO of Northern Trust Global Investments Limited.
Most recently, Guazo served as CEO of the office of investment management for the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund, a $100 billion fund. Under his leadership, the fund expanded its exposure to private markets, diversified across new asset classes and achieved asset growth of nearly 60%.
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In addition to his investment leadership, Guazo has served on the investor advisory group for the International Sustainability Standards Board, reinforcing his position at the intersection of ESG, governance and regulatory influence.
Gamba commented: “Pedro brings deep investment experience, a global perspective and a proven commitment to responsible investing,” Gamba said. “His leadership will be instrumental as we continue to grow our international business and deliver long-term value to clients through responsible investment solutions.”
Guazo holds an International Executive MBA from Instituto de Empresa Business School in Madrid and a master’s in applied economics from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey.
