North has appointed Emma Kirk as Head of Strategic Growth as the Australian wealth management platform continues to invest in its distribution capabilities to support rising demand from advisers and licensees.
Kirk’s appointment is part of a broader effort by North to accelerate growth across its platform and retirement offerings while expanding support for financial advisers using its products and services.
In the new role, Kirk will focus on advancing North’s strategic growth priorities and strengthening its distribution capabilities across the Australian wealth management market.
The company said Kirk brings extensive industry experience and deep relationships across financial advice licensees, giving her a strong understanding of advisers’ needs and the organizations supporting them.
Alongside Kirk’s appointment, North is expanding its National Business Manager team to provide additional support to advisers and licensees across Australia.
The expansion reflects the company’s focus on increasing engagement with financial advice professionals as demand grows for platforms capable of supporting investment, administration and retirement strategies.
Wealth management platforms are playing an increasingly important role in helping advisers manage client portfolios, access investment products and deliver retirement solutions efficiently.
As the market becomes more competitive, providers are investing in distribution teams and adviser relationships alongside technology and product development.
North’s latest appointments are intended to strengthen that connection between its platform and the advisers using it.
Kirk’s role will center on supporting the company’s growth ambitions while helping deepen relationships with licensees and other distribution partners.
By expanding both its strategic leadership and National Business Manager capabilities, North is positioning its distribution organization to support continued growth across its wealth management and retirement platform.
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“Emma’s deep licensee relationships and extensive experience across the wealth management landscape will play a critical role as we continue to grow North and deliver on our strategic growth ambitions.”
Kristine Goodwin, Director, Platforms Growth And Wealth Distribution At North
