Kazim will be a part of the team responsible for driving the growth of Candriam’s UK wholesale business and contributing to the development and implementation of its UK business plan. His remit will involve growing revenues and diversifying the firm’s client portfolio by developing relationships with new clients and business prospects, while continuing to serve existing clients.

With more than 15 years’ experience in asset management sales at UK and European firms, Kazim brings a network in the UK wholesale channel, as well as a track record in raising capital for both boutique and global asset management firms for equity, fixed income and hedge fund strategies, the firm said in a statement.

Prior to joining Candriam, Kazim was sales manager at BNP Paribas Asset Management (formerly AXA Investment Managers). He has served in several senior sales roles in the UK market, including at Mirabaud Asset Management and Slater Investments.

“As we continue to strengthen our presence in the UK wholesale market, we are delighted to welcome Ozan to Candriam,” Morley said. “His extensive experience in driving sales and building strong relationships with clients over the last 15 years will support us as we progress our growth plans in this space. I am confident that Ozan will be a valuable asset to our clients and play a significant role in helping us deliver on our strategic goals.”

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International law firm has appointed Claudina D’Costa (pictured below) as director of client development and marketing.

Claudina D’Costa

D’Costa will work with partners, heads of group and various departmental leads to strengthen and streamline the firm’s client development and marketing approach across practices and regions. In particular, she will be ensuring that clients have a seamless and consistent experience across the firm’s international network.

D’Costa, who has, more than 20 years’ experience across client strategy, business development, marketing and growth, was previously head of client strategy and a member of the UK executive committee at JLL. Prior to this, she spent more than 13 years at PwC in strategic client development roles, culminating in leading its Global Client Programme. She has also led and overseen marketing teams as part of her wider client and markets responsibilities at both JLL and PwC, bringing together client development and marketing to support stronger client relationships and growth.

“Claudina’s approach is underpinned by a deeply client-centric mindset and a confidence that sustainable growth comes from truly understanding clients, their priorities and the challenges they face,” Lesley O’Leary, chief operating officer, said. “Understanding people is at the heart of who we are, making Claudina a natural fit for the firm. We are very pleased to welcome her to the team.”