Former T. Rowe Price distribution head finds new role

After a four-month hiatus, the sales director is now calling Evidentia Private, the private wealth arm of Evidentia Group, home.

Former T. Rowe Price head of intermediary sales for Australia Jonathon Ross has joined Evidentia Private as principal, private wealth solutions based in Sydney.

In his new role, Ross is responsible for relationships with key clients and leading financial advice firms in New South Wales and Queensland.

He will also focus on Evidentia Private's tailored asset consulting services and private markets solutions.

With over two decades of experience in investment management and financial services, Ross has established comprehensive understanding on assisting financial advisers, private wealth firms and institutional partners, Evidentia Private said.

Ross spent nearly 11 years at T. Rowe Price, where he was responsible for the firm's intermediary strategy, client relationship management with platforms, managed account providers and dealer groups.

Prior to that, he spent 10 years at NAB and MLC where he started his career, in a variety of investment-related roles

Commenting, Evidentia Private said Ross' experience will steer the business into delivering future success.

"Jonathon has deep expertise across equities, fixed income, multi-asset and alternative investments. He is passionate about partnering with advisers and investment professionals to deliver exceptional client outcomes through thoughtful investment strategies, market insights and a commitment to service excellence," the firm said.

"His appointment continues our focus on attracting the best professionals in the industry to continually enhance our offering and ensure our Partner firms receive the highest level of support."

T. Rowe Price announced Ross' successor last month. Heath Branigan assumed the role, reporting to head of Asia Pacific distribution Elsie Chan.