Global asset manager Fidelity International has recruited Samantha Ricciardi from her role as CEO of Santander Asset Management as its new head of EMEA.
Joining Fidelity at the start of March 2026, Ricciardi will be responsible for leading the continued growth and strategic development of the EMEA business. She will be based in Madrid.
The appointment follows Christian Staub’s decision to step back from his current role as head of EMEA next year and transition into an advisory position.
Ricciardi has more than two decades experiences in the financial services sector, and has been CEO of Santander AM for almost four years. She has also spent 11 years at BlackRock and seven years at Schroders in country head and sales roles.
Keith Metters, president at Fidelity International, commented: “Samantha is a dynamic and highly accomplished leader with a remarkable track record across the EMEA region. We are delighted to welcome her to Fidelity International as we continue to strengthen our leadership team and accelerate our strategic ambitions for clients and partners.
“We are grateful for Christian’s significant contributions and are pleased that he will continue to support the business in an advisory capacity.”
See also: Trust Talk with Marcel Stötzel, co-manager, Fidelity European Trust
