Schroders' Benchmark Capital names ex-FundsNetwork head as group MD

clock • 1 min read

Schroders' affiliate Benchmark Capital has appointed former head of Fidelity's FundNetwork David White as group managing director. White will join the technology-led adviser support business in February 2020 and will work closely alongside CEO Ian Cooke to develop its future growth strategy. Benchmark Capital, which was purchased by Schroders in 2016 as part of the firm's UK retail push, consists of a technology company, an institutional funds platform, a network of financial advisers and a restricted advice business. Schroders CEO and chairman of Benchmark Capital Peter Harrison s...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

An inclusive culture that starts at the top: LV=

An inclusive culture that starts at the top: LV=

LV= is headline sponsor of the Women in Financial Advice Awards 2025

LV=
clock 12 November 2025 • 3 min read
Autumn Budget 2025: Treasury rules out rumoured Budget pensions tax-free lump sum raid

Autumn Budget 2025: Treasury rules out rumoured Budget pensions tax-free lump sum raid

Was becoming a ‘great source of anxiety’ among savers

Professional Adviser
clock 12 November 2025 • 1 min read
Male-dominated image still deters women from financial planning

Male-dominated image still deters women from financial planning

Women’s Wealth Alliance report calls for CPD framework to close gender gap

Sahar Nazir
clock 11 November 2025 • 2 min read