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Amy McNally, formerly an alternative investments products specialist at Barclays Wealth, has joined HSBC Alternative Investments as global marketing manager.
In her previous role at Barclays, McNally was involved in the marketing and distribution of hedge funds, private equity and real estate products both in the UK and across EMEA. Prior to this, she worked in JPMorgan Treasury Services on the sales and distribution side.
“Amy’s role will be to assist the growth of this award winning business and ensure the best practice of service of products and customised solutions to our client base is delivered,” said Florence Picon, head of sales and marketing at HSBC Alternative Investments.
She continued: “Amy’s appointment is very timely as there is strong demand for our capability, particularly in actively managed portfolios of hedge funds, real estate and private equity, which are currently well positioned to profit from the current market conditions and higher volatility.”
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Editor's view: 8 February 2012
Speculative moves, a perceived landgrab and a potential bidding war in the hedge fund sector have all opened up in recent weeks
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