Close Brothers AM makes another hire from Investec W&I

Chris Hutchinson joins as senior investment manager

Chris Hutchinson, Close Brothers
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Close Brothers Asset Management has hired Chris Hutchinson as senior investment manager.

He joins the firm from Investec Wealth and Investment, where he spent six years in investment management roles.

Hutchinson will be based in CBAM’s Cheltenham office and focus on delivering bespoke, multi-asset class investment portfolios for clients.

See also: Close Brothers hires Investec Wealth investment manager

He has worked with private clients, trusts, charities, and intermediaries during his tenure at Investec. He is qualified as chartered wealth manager and a member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI).

CBAM has made a string of hires from Investec W&I this year, with Adam Finlay also joining as an investment manager, and Marcus Vertue as senior investment director.

See also: Close Brothers AM adds investment director  

Giles Marshall, head of bespoke at CBAM, said: “We are delighted to have Chris join our expanding Cheltenham team, bolstering our offering and expertise. Chris’s arrival demonstrates our commitment to our business strategy and plays a key role in the growth of our bespoke business, as we continue to expand our footprint across various regions in the UK.

“Chris is a valuable addition and we look forward to working with him over the coming years.”

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