Nick King appointed to lead Robeco’s ETF introduction

Rotterdam, 25 September 2023 – Robeco today announces the appointment of Nick King as Head of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), as per October. As part of its 2021-2025 Strategy, Robeco is planning to expand its current investment capabilities with an ETF platform.

Nick King brings valuable experience to Robeco, having previously served in senior roles at Fidelity International and BlackRock, where he specialized in ETF product development, portfolio management, and distribution across various asset classes. King’s expertise will be key in steering Robeco's development into the ETF market.

Ivo Frielink, Head Strategic Product & Business Development at Robeco: “We are very pleased to welcome Nick to Robeco as Head of ETFs. His extensive experience in ETFs and his commitment to innovation align perfectly with Robeco’s strategic vision and research-driven approach. We are confident that under Nick's leadership, Robeco can successfully wrap its investment expertise and strategies into a comprehensive ETF lineup.”

ETFs have been under consideration at Robeco for a while, given their growing popularity and versatility in the investment landscape. Robeco recognizes that ETFs present a major opportunity to package strategies, complementing existing capabilities offered through mutual funds and mandates.

Nick King, incoming Head of Exchange Traded Funds at Robeco: “I am delighted to join Robeco during this pivotal moment in its journey into the ETF market. I look forward to leading the charge, and leveraging my experience to drive innovation and success in this rapidly evolving space. Together with the talented team at Robeco, I am confident that we can make a meaningful impact on the future of ETFs.”

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