Richard Buxton steps down as CEO of Merian

Company launched after split from Quilter last year

Beth Brearley
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Merian Global Investors has announced that Richard Buxton is stepping down as CEO but will remain as head of UK equities and manager of the Merian UK Alpha fund.

Mark Gregory will assume the role of CEO, subject to regulatory approval. Gregory joined the firm's board in October 2018 as independent non-executive director having spent 19 years at Legal & General Group, with the last four years as its chief financial officer.  Gregory will be responsible for driving the growth of Merian Global Investors, ensuring it remains focused on delivering positive client outcomes and excellent service. Mark will continue to sit on the firm's board. Buxton will step down from the business's executive committee following a handover period, but will continue ...

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