LGIM appoints Margaret Ammon as Chief Risk Officer
Legal & General Investment Management Holdings Limited (LGIMH) today announced the appointment of Margaret Ammon as Chief Risk Officer, subject to regulatory approvals.
Currently Chief Risk Officer for Asset Management, M&G plc, Margaret will join LGIM in February 2020 and be responsible for the oversight and development of LGIM’s risk functions globally, reporting to Michelle Scrimgeour the CEO of LGIM.
Prior to joining M&G in London, Margaret was Chief Risk Officer for Colonial First State Global Asset Management (2015-2017); APAC Head of Risk for Schroders (2011-2015); and Chief Risk Officer for Old Mutual Asset Managers (2006-2011). Margaret also worked in financial risk management at KMPG (2000-2006). She has worked in the UK, Asia and Australia.
Michelle Scrimgeour, Chief Executive Officer at Legal & General Investment Management:"Margaret brings more than 20 years’ experience in risk management, having held senior roles at a number of high profile asset management companies. Her proven track record in building global risk oversight models, coupled with a strong understanding of practical application within differing asset classes and markets, will be an invaluable addition to our business."
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Established in 1836, L&G is one of the UK's leading financial services groups and a major global investor, with £1.2 trillion in total assets under management (as at FY25) of which c. 43% (c. £0.5 trillion) is international. We have a highly synergistic business model, which continues to drive strong returns. We are a leading player in Institutional Retirement, in Retail Savings and Protection, and in Asset Management through both public and private markets. Across the Group, we are committed to responsible investing and dedicated to serving the long-term savings and investment needs of customers and society.