Franklin Templeton adds sales director to the local team

Franklin Templeton has appointed Marc Hraiki sales director who joins from HUB24.

Hraiki spent three years with the wealth administrator as senior state manager for New South Wales and the ACT.

Before that, he held several senior roles at IOOF finally managing the firm's advice relationships nationally.

Earlier he worked as a business development manager for the ASX and Skandia after two years at BT Financial Group.

Matthew Harrison, managing director of Franklin Templeton Australia and New Zealand, said the appointment reflects the company's strong growth and commitment to the market.

"We are well-positioned to service our clients and assist them in creating sustainable businesses," he said.

"We are excited about the future and the possibilities for deeper and expanded partnerships with our clients, led by our world-class specialist investment managers and capabilities.

"Marc has strong experience across the financial services sector and is accomplished at building and leading teams and developing business across the full gamut of channels. We are confident in his ability to drive our business forward throughout 2022 and beyond."

In September, Huw O'Grady joined Franklin Templeton Australia as a sales director joining from Grant Samuel Funds Management where he was a key account manager.