Gaurav Kumar has joined Aditum Investment Management as deputy senior executive officer, the firm has announced.
In his new role, he will lead business growth and strategy initiatives while strengthening client relationships across the organisation. His appointment aligns with Aditum’s vision to broaden its product offerings and expand its presence across multiple territories.
He will work closely with the investment teams to enhance Aditum’s capabilities and grow its asset management offerings.
With nearly 20 years of experience in the Middle East, he most recently served as head of the Middle East & Global Financial Institutions for APAC & EMEA for Principal Asset Management. Prior to which he was the CEO of Eastspring Investments Limited, where he successfully established and led its MENA operations.
This strategic appointment follows a series of new hires in 2024 aimed at supporting Aditum’s ambitious growth plans in the region. Recently, the firm also welcomed Alan Trott as chief operating and finance officer, who now oversees the finance, middle office, and back-office operations.
David Marshall, SEO of Aditum Investment Management, said: “The addition of Gaurav to Aditum’s senior leadership team comes at a critical juncture in our growth journey. His expertise will be instrumental as we pursue licence expansion for our subsidiary, Aditum Capital in KSA and scale our DIFC presence significantly “