Graham, who has significantly contributed to Aware Super's growth over the past 12 years, will take on the role of head of international in the fund's London office. In this capacity, he will be instrumental in fostering the fund’s expansion across the UK and Europe.
This transition is part of a well-structured 12-month succession plan, with Graham expected to retire within the "next few years". Until his relocation to London at the end of the year, he will continue his duties as CIO.
The London office, established in late 2023, was a significant move for Aware Super, representing a £5.25 billion (AU$10.9 billion) investment commitment over five years. Already, £2 billion (AU$4.2 billion) has been invested in the region, reflecting the fund's strategic priorities.
Graham's current counterpart, Damien Webb, will return to Sydney from the London office in late 2025. Aware Super's CEO, Deanne Stewart, praised Graham for his impactful tenure, particularly noting his role in spearheading international expansion.
Key achievements under Graham's leadership include developing a robust internal investment team, launching Project Odin to enhance their digital platform, and transitioning to a Total Portfolio Approach for investment strategies.
Stewart expressed enthusiasm for Graham's new role, emphasizing his valuable experience in guiding Aware Super's global endeavors from London. This leadership transition is designed to leverage Graham's expertise while ensuring continuity of the fund’s thriving culture as it scales globally.
Aware’s High Growth default fund has shown impressive performance, with returns of 8.98% over the last decade, surpassing the industry average of 8.5% by the end of 2024.
