Head of Risk & Quantitative Research joins Atrium

Atrium Investment Management (Atrium) has announced the appointment of David Toohey as head of risk & quantitative research.

Toohey is the co-founder and former chief investment officer of Investment Science Asset Management. He also designed and initiated the portfolio management of the quantitative component of its managed futures hedge fund. He has previous experience working in multi-manager portfolio management with Funds SA.

Atrium also announced the appointment of Brendan Paul as a senior portfolio manager & quantitative research and Raechel Strong, who joins as an investment analyst.

Commenting on the new hires, CEO, Alex Hone, said: "Our focus remains on identifying and attracting key investment individuals to ensure the continuing delivery of portfolios' outcomes. Brendan and David have achieved well-earned and exceptional reputations in their respective fields and will contribute meaningfully to Atrium's portfolio outcomes. Raechel will be a strong supporting asset to the existing team of analysts here at Atrium."