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Mercer appoints new head of investment
Martin Lewington appointed as Head of Mercer New Zealand’s investment businesses


New Zealand
Auckland, 31 October 2007

 

Mercer has elevated Martin Lewington to the role of Head of Investment, New Zealand, extending his role to oversee the company’s entire investment consulting and management business in New Zealand.

 

Mr Lewington, who joined Mercer in 2006, was one of the main architects of the investment strategy for Mercer’s KiwiSaver products.

 

Bernie O’Brien, Head of Mercer New Zealand congratulated Martin on his appointment.

 

“Martin is an investment and wealth management professional of the highest calibre and he has very strong networks within the investment community in New Zealand. I have no doubt that he will excel in this role, which is focused on the development of the best solutions and advice for clients across the full spectrum of Mercer’s investment businesses,” Mr O’Brien said.

 

Mr Lewington has extensive experience in investment management and consulting. Prior to joining Mercer he was a Director of PricewaterhouseCoopers in Wellington, and held roles in Wealth Management and Corporate Finance Services; and a Senior Manager at Ernst and Young, both in Wellington and London.

 

 

About Mercer:
Mercer is a leading global provider of consulting, outsourcing and investment services, serving over 25,000 clients worldwide.
Mercer consultants help clients maximise the effectiveness of their employee health, welfare and retirement programs, and optimise workforce performance while managing costs. The firm provides customised administration, technology and total benefit outsourcing solutions. Mercer’s investment services include global leadership in investment consulting, retirement plan design and governance, and multi-manager investment management. Mercer’s global network of 17,000 employees, based in more than 40 countries, ensures integrated, worldwide solutions for clients who wish to establish global policies and procedures while allowing for the flexibility to accommodate local cultural, legal and regulatory requirements. Our locally based professionals are also available to serve mid-size companies and to address country specific issues and opportunities. For more information, visit www.mercer.co.nz

 

 


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