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NAB to simplify operations via job cuts

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  THURSDAY, 2 NOV 2017
About 4000 NAB employees look set to lose their jobs by 2020 as the bank further automates its business. Releasing its full year results, NAB said a reshaping of its workforce would see the creation of 2000 new jobs to 2020, though overall about 6000 ...

Financial services firms eye machine learning

KARREN VERGARA  |  THURSDAY, 2 NOV 2017
... recent BAE Systems and Australian British Chamber of Commerce event. Australia's financial services industry is a high-profile target internationally for cyber-security threats, but the good news is that firms are proactive in adopting security technology ...

Mental health an underlying business problem: Research

DARREN SNYDER  |  MONDAY, 30 OCT 2017
... indicators in place, which includes actively encouraging employees to identify ways to improve the workplace," Lydon said. PROFILE: SuperFriend chief executive Margo Lydon "More importantly, these business leaders are setting good examples and creating ...

AFA praises FASEA's 'sensible' first priority

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  FRIDAY, 27 OCT 2017
... the profession. Of course the key task is providing clarity to existing advisers as soon as practicable," Kewin said. PROFILE: AFA chief executive Phil Kewin He added that FASEA chief executive Deen Sanders' comments demonstrate he is taking an informed ...

Actuaries Institute chief resigns

ALEX BURKE  |  WEDNESDAY, 11 OCT 2017
... Jenny Lyon said Bell "has been an important part of the Institute and played an instrumental role in building our public profile." "With his energy and insights, David has helped ensure that the Institute has a voice as a public policy advocate on key ...

The 50 names you need to follow

DARREN SNYDER  |  TUESDAY, 10 OCT 2017
... business. We have speakers from around the world and plenty of opportunities for you to network with your peers," Kewin said. PROFILE: AFA chief executive Phil Kewin Delegates can expect a professional development program with more than 30 advisers "sharing ...

Succession planning ensures quality customer service

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 OCT 2017
... operational norm and commitment, differentiating them from their competitors and building on the practice's brand and marketing profile. "The effectiveness, level and quality of client service can actually be measured and quantified in the balance sheet ...

Asset manager seeks to demystify hybrids

ALEX BURKE  |  FRIDAY, 29 SEP 2017
... the portfolio to exchange-traded funds (ETFs). "We can use ETFs to diversify the portfolio and improve the risk-return profile. It helps you reduce the risk without materially detracting from returns. It also provides an easier way to access more vanilla ...

LUCRF Super appoints new asset consultant

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 SEP 2017
LUCRF Super is changing its asset consultant, ending a 12-year association with the current provider. The $5.6 billion superannuation fund has appointed Frontier Advisors, replacing Willis Towers Watson which has worked with LUCRF Super since 2005. ...

CommInsure executive joins AMP

ALEX BURKE  |  WEDNESDAY, 27 SEP 2017
... distribution capabilities in these markets." The news also follows AMP strengthening the stability of its life insurance earnings profile via releasing $500 million in capital through a new reinsurance arrangement with Gen Re. The arrangement will see ...