Wealth groups tap operations leads

Viola Private Wealth and Aura Group have appointed new operating leads, while MA Asset Management's COO has headed out the door.

Aura Group has named Nathan Harris as its new chief operating officer as the firm continues to expand in the private markets.

Harris' appointment is part of a strategic initiative to improve the operational structure and unify the oversight of the firm's product development, operations, compliance, and client service functions.

In his expanded role, he will ensure effective execution across business units while also continuing to manage risk and compliance temporarily. Harris joined Aura in 2020 as the global head of risk and compliance, bringing over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry.

His previous roles include senior positions at Nikko Asset Management and Xplore Wealth, as well as consulting work in asset management, superannuation, and investment services. "Nathan has been a crucial part of our leadership team, offering not only extensive regulatory and compliance expertise but also insightful strategic thinking and operational discipline," said Aura Group managing director Eric Chan.

"He has contributed to key initiatives beyond his formal responsibilities, and his promotion reflects the trust and confidence we have in his ability to lead Aura into its next phase."

Meanwhile, Charlie Viola's private wealth firm has appointed Hanna Oo as the new operations lead.

Oo has substantial experience in operational leadership, having held senior positions at Integrated Portfolio Solutions and Lipman Burgon and Partners. The firm highlighted her consistent focus on driving operational excellence and strategic transformation within the financial services sector.

"A collaborative and commercially minded leader, Hanna plays a vital role in enhancing our client experience, streamlining internal processes, and supporting the firm's ongoing growth," the firm stated.

Finally, after nearly seven years as Chief Operating Officer at MA Asset Management, Alice Tang has departed to pursue a new chapter in her career. "During my tenure, we achieved a 2.9x growth in Assets Under Management (AUM) to $10.3 billion, thanks to securing global institutional mandates, establishing a presence in Hong Kong, Singapore, and the U.S., and expanding our services to retail investors. We also gained the support of platforms, rating agencies, and independent operational reviews. I am proud to have built and led the team that has been the driving force behind this growth."

Tang, who is a director of the NSW chapter of Women In Super, previously worked in various businesses at Macquarie Group.