In a newly created role of distribution director, Hayden’s focus is on identifying potential partners and adviser firms.
In January, Attivo announced its plans to double current funds under management to £1bn by 2017 with at least six adviser firm acquisitions planned for the next 12 months.
So far it has already acquired Middlesex-based Anthony Etkind and Amersham-based Alistair Clift, adding a further £60m funds under management. It also launched Attivo Investment Management in 2013.
Previously Hayden held several high profile roles in a director capacity at Sandringham Financial Partners, Intrinsic, Burns Anderson and as CEO of the Berkeley independent advice network.
Led by chief executive Stephen Harper, Attivo has offices in Cheltenham, London, Bristol, Tunbridge Wells and Manchester.