GQG adds sales exec

GQG Partners has hired Justin Murray as director of distribution for New South Wales.

He is the third new recruit to the distribution team in the past three months and brings the team to five.

Murray joins from Colonial First State, where he was business development manager, platforms, a role he held for four years.

He has worked at Colonial First State since 2011.

GQG director of wholesale markets Daniel Bullock said Murray's appointment comes at a time of ongoing growth for the investment boutique's Australian operation.

"We are seeing very strong interest in our global equities and global emerging markets funds in Australia, as investors recognise the benefits these investment opportunities may bring to their portfolios,' he said.

"The funds have continued to achieve strong relative returns for investors through the market volatility of recent months."

Bullock added that the firm continues to expand its operations in Australia and Murray's appointment is part of this growth.

"He has a strong understanding of the financial services industry and the financial advice market in NSW which will be invaluable to our team.

"The appointment also means we can continue to strengthen and develop the service and relationships we have with our existing clients."

The ASX-listed GQG Partners has $130 billion of assets under management.