Russell Reynolds Associates, the global executive search firm, has appointed wealth management specialist Kate Thomas as associate in the corporate officers sector.

Thomas most recently worked for Goldman Sachs' private wealth management division where she helped manage some $4 billion in assets for C-level executives, entrepreneurs and non-profit endowments. She assisted in the creation of client portfolios, including asset allocation and manager selection. Prior to that, she was part of the external relations team of Harvard Business School.

"[Thomas'] strong wealth management background in serving C-level executives ensures that our clients will have access to top executive talent with a proven ability to help a company flourish," commented James Bagley, global leader of the Russell Reynolds' Corporate Officers Sector, in a statement. 

Russell Reynolds Associates has around 300 consultants in 39 offices worldwide. It specializes in the recruitment of senior executives and board members.