Insignia loses CMO: Gains Jodie Hampshire

Insignia Financial is hunting for a new chief member officer to replace Anne Coyne, who resigned after 16 months.

Coyle's role is currently being filled internally until a hire is made.

"Anne has been instrumental in building the Member Office team and delivering the right outcomes for our members," a spokesman said.

"Anne is currently on a well-deserved break, and we wish her all the best for the future."

Coyne - who brought over 25 years of industry experience to the role - spent the last 15 years at MLC and Insignia in governance and business roles.

Reporting directly to the trustee board, Coyne played a pivotal role in advocating for member outcomes, exercising fiduciary responsibilities on behalf of the trustee and ensuring alignment with Insignia's governance functions.

Separately, longstanding Russell Investments executive Jodie Hampshire has joined the board of the financial services giant as an independent director.

Hampshire held several senior roles with Russell Investments, including head of its Asia Pacific business.

She joined Russell in 2000 but left seven years later to join Mercer.

The senior consultant rejoined Russell as head of Australia and New Zealand in 2013 before being promoted to regional head.

Last October, she stepped down after 17 years at the firm.

During her time there, Hampshire departed for Mercer for a spell before rejoining Russell as head of Australia and New Zealand in 2013.

Commenting on the appointment, Insignia chair Allan Griffiths noted Hampshire's significant practical and executive experience following an extensive career in financial services.

"We are delighted to have Jodie join the board and look forward to her contribution."

The addition of Hampshire to the board follows the recent appointment of Scott Hartley as chief executive and Gai McGrath as a non-executive director of the firm.