Aviva is pleased to announce the appointment of Mitchell Sinclair as state manager for New South Wales and the ACT.
Aviva is pleased to announce the appointment of Mitchell Sinclair as state manager for New South Wales and the ACT.
Based in Sydney, Mitchell brings a wealth of financial experience to Aviva after 11 years with BT, and previously at Westpac Investment Management.
Mitchell's most recent role with BT was as head of wrap distribution, where he had national responsibility for sales into BT’s wrap products. Prior to this, he held the position of national manager wrap new business.
"I am looking froward to working for an organisation with a commitment to a broad range of planners and adviser groups. Aviva's recent product enhancements and new high profile clients also make it a fantastic time to join this organisation," said Mitchell.
In his time with BT, Mitchell was instrumental in the development, sales and servicing of BT’s Wrap.
Paul Northey, general manager distribution, said he was very pleased to have attracted someone of Mitchell’s calibre and experience.
"Mitchell has a unique understanding of the adviser market with a proven track record in assisting dealer groups build the value of their relationship with their partners and this is an important component of Aviva's and Navigator's ongoing strategy," said Paul.
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