Fitzpatricks recruits Thomas
Former AXA and AMP executive, Rob Thomas has been recruited by expansive Fitzpatricks Private Wealth as Manager, Advice Excellence.
Thomas' appointment was confirmed by Fitzpatricks chief executive, John Woodley who said it had come on the back of recent growth in high quality professional advisers joining the Fitzpatricks Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL).
"We are delighted to welcome Rob who is a long-serving and prominent financial services professional having worked in strategic roles for many household financial services and advice brands in Australia," he said.
Woodley said Thomas was joining Fitzpatricks at a critical juncture as it expanded its operations.
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