SuMi Trust AM, the $748bn asset management firm with Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group, has appointed Kei Ohashi as head of investment management in London, following the return to Japan of Hirofumi Hayashi.
Ohashi, who has 14 years’ industry experience, will lead client services in Europe. Hayashi will take on a new role in Tokyo focused on global asset management business growth and client services for international investors.
The London office is led by managing director Hiroki Moritani and is responsible for SuMi Trust AM’s investment management business in the EMEA region, including global business development, product management and ESG engagement activities.
Moritani commented: “I have every confidence the very capable Kei Ohashi will continue to manage the provision of our excellent client service previously overseen by Hirofumi. Hirofumi will bring his experience as head of Investment Management in our London office and deep knowledge of the investment needs of global institutional investors to our Tokyo headquarters, strengthening our global capabilities and supporting the continued growth of our business.”
