There are changes at the top of Japanese firm's business in Europe.

Nikko Asset Management has reshuffled its leadership in Europe. 

The Japan-based group has named Rob Bluzmanis as regional head of EMEA and chief executive of Nikko AM Europe Ltd – subject to Financial Conduct Authority approval.

John Howland-Jackson is continuing as chairman of Nikko AM Europe in a non-executive capacity, whilst also stepping into a new global strategy role as senior advisor for international affairs. 

Both men report to Stefanie Drews in Tokyo, who has recently been appointed as president of Nikko AM.

Bluzmanis is based in London with regional responsibility for all aspects of the business and its continuing growth strategy across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. He brings with him over 20 years of industry experience, having previously served in senior management roles at Nikko AM Australia, BlackRock and Colonial First State. He initially joined Nikko AM in 2015, most recently serving as head of distribution for Australia. Bluzmanis is returning to Nikko AM following his transfer to Yarra Capital Management as part of a majority stake acquisition in Nikko AM Australia by Yarra in April 2021.

Nikko Asset Management oversees about $282.5 billion of assets under management.