AMP creates distribution role

AMP has announced the appointment of Adrienne Smith to the newly-created role of director of AMP Bank, distribution, effective April 2018.

In this role, Smith will have responsibility for adviser and third-party broker channels.

She has more than 30 years' experience in financial services and will join AMP from Bank of Queensland where she is currently general manager BOQ Broker.

Smith started her career in New Zealand where she ran Sovereign Home Loans, managing the adviser and broker network. In Australia, she has been the regional general manager for the Commonwealth Bank in Adelaide, before moving to lead the Commonwealth Bank's third-party channel relationships in NSW and ACT.

Commenting on her appointment, AMP group executive, Sally Bruce, said: "Adrienne's extensive experience managing third parties with a focus on driving the customer experience reflects her passion for the important role of advisers and brokers. We are delighted to welcome her to the team and to this newly-created role."