Architas Multi-Manager Limited (Architas) is a new multi-manager investment company and a member of the AXA Group. They have announced the appointment of Kristof Gleich as investment analyst, and Massimiliano Zorza as product manager.
As investment analyst, Kristof will play a vital role in developing Architas’ investment related offerings, primarily across Europe. He will have research responsibilities for UK, European and Global equities for both multi manager and guided architecture environments.
Reporting to Caspar Rock, deputy chief investment officer, Kristof will be contributing to the creation of new investment strategies and vehicles to establish and maintain market leading investment offerings.
Previously, Kristof spent seven years at Goldman Sachs, joining as a graduate analyst and progressing through various roles to his final position as executive director. In this role he was responsible for research, selection and monitoring of equity managers within the Pan-European region.
Kristof brings to the role an in-depth knowledge of investment management and extensive experience of investment markets and investment management techniques. He also has a strong background in risk analysis and management.
Also joining Architas, as product manager, is Massimiliano Zorza. Reporting to Dawn Kendall, head of investment strategy and product development, Massimiliano has gained experience working in financial services in Italy and the UK. Most recently he has worked for Integrated Alternative Investments, where, amongst other roles, he was responsible for product and risk management.
Caspar Rock, said: “Both Kristof and Massimiliano bring to Architas a wealth of experience and knowledge. Their appointments demonstrate the commitment that Architas has to developing its position in the marketplace and its ability to attract strong talent from across the industry.”
