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This is where we share news about our business and help you connect with our spokespeople for expert opinion on the latest industry trends and topics. If you’re interested in compelling and accessible media commentary, or want to discuss current news, please contact:

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Brooks Macdonald International appoints new CEO

Richard Hughes has been appointed as CEO of Brooks Macdonald International, one of the largest independent investment manager and wealth management companies in the Channel Islands, subject to regulatory approval.

Brooks Macdonald announces removal of VAT from its MPS offering

Brooks Macdonald maintains growth trajectory with acquisition of Lloyds Bank International’s Channel Islands wealth management and funds business

Brooks Macdonald announces strategic partnership with SS&C

Brooks Macdonald partners with SS&C to deliver best-in-class intermediary experience and client service

Brooks Macdonald promotes Edward Park to Chief Investment Officer

Edward Park succeeds Brooks Macdonald co-founder Richard Spencer who will continue to serve his clients and act as Senior Adviser to the Investment Committee

Responsible investment is standing firm against COVID-19 volatility

Brooks Macdonald appoints Ben Palmer as Head of Responsible Investment and further strengthens its offering with new Suitability Discussion Guide to help advisers incorporate responsible investing preferences. The company is also today launching its Respo

Acquisition of Lloyds Bank International’s Channel Islands wealth management and funds business

Brooks Macdonald announces two senior promotions

Newly expanded roles will play an important part in growing FUM by delivering for clients and supporting steps to improve profit margins

Brooks Macdonald makes further investment in leadership as the Group continues to focus on delivering for clients and advisers

Brooks Macdonald affirms commitment to advisers and the platform market with lower ongoing charges figure (OCF) for its Platform Managed Portfolio Services

Target OCF of 1% for active and 0.5% for passive will meet growing adviser demand for value driven solutions.

Brooks Macdonald proud lead partner of Leeds International Film Festival 2019

Investment management firm Brooks Macdonald is proud to announce that it is a leading partner for the fourth year running of the 2019 Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF).

Brooks Macdonald bolsters new Leeds office with three senior hires

Brooks Macdonald appoints Niall O’Connor as Fund Manager of the IFSL Brooks Macdonald Defensive Capital Fund

Brooks Macdonald co-founder and fund manager Jon Gumpel to step down

Jon will hand over management of IFSL Brooks Macdonald Defensive Capital Fund to Dr Niall O'Connor

Brooks Macdonald relocates from York to Leeds and bolsters presence with expanded Investment Management team

Brooks Macdonald strengthens UK investment management teams

Brooks Macdonald strengthens business development with three new hires

Brooks Macdonald today announces the appointment of three experienced industry sales specialists as it invests to strengthen its business development team.

New London Office

The move is set for 2020, consolidating London offices to a single site.