M&G Investments Appointed Gad Amar to Lead EMEA Group
Gad Amar has been named head of the EMEA client group to oversee distribution and expansion strategies.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Business Strategy
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M&G Investments has appointed industry veteran Gad Amar as the new head of its EMEA client group. Based in Paris, Amar will focus on driving the firm's growth ambitions across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Why it matters
The appointment is a strategic move to bolster M&G Investments' regional presence by enhancing collaboration between its distribution and investment teams. This leadership change aligns with the firm's broader objective to expand its client base and operational footprint in the EMEA market.
Gad Amar brings 25 years of asset management experience to the role, following seven-year tenures at both BlackRock and JPMorgan. His background also includes three years at Edmond de Rothschild and five years as head of Western Europe at Natixis Investment Management.
The players
Gad Amar
He is the newly appointed head of the EMEA client group at M&G Investments with over two decades of experience in asset management.
Neil Godfrey
He is a senior leader at M&G Investments to whom Gad Amar will report in his new position.
M&G Investments
This is a global investment manager focused on asset management and distribution for international clients.
The details
Reporting directly to Neil Godfrey, Amar will lead the firm's distribution strategies and foster closer collaboration between the company's investment and client-facing teams. His extensive professional history is intended to support M&G's goal of scaling its operations throughout the EMEA region.
Timeline
The appointment of Gad Amar was officially announced on September 22, 2026.
Market Landscape
This strategic hire follows the industry trend of centralizing regional leadership to better integrate distribution and investment services. By positioning Amar in Paris, M&G Investments is aiming to strengthen its competitive stance against other global asset managers operating in the European market.
The move suggests potential changes to service availability and investment product access for clients within the EMEA region. Customers may see increased coordination between their account teams and the firm's broader investment divisions as the new leadership takes effect.
The takeaway
The appointment of veteran leadership signals a long-term commitment to deepening market penetration in the EMEA region. Clients can likely expect a more unified approach to communication and service delivery as the firm aligns its internal distribution operations.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Portfolio Adviser.
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