BNY Mellon Asset Servicing has appointed Jon Willis as head of EMEA transfer agency services, with responsibility for the companys UK and offshore transfer agent activities.
Willis will report to Paul Bodart, head of global operations for EMEA. He joins BNY Mellon from International Financial Data Services (IFDS), State Street and DST Systems joint venture global transfer agency business, where he held a number of senior roles over the past 12 years, most recently chief administration officer and head of transfer agent operations.
We are delighted that Jon has joined our organization in this important role,” says Andy Bell, COO at BNY Mellon Asset Servicing. “Transfer agency is a key focus for us when it comes to supporting our clients expanding needs with a full range of innovative solutions. Jon has a deep understanding and knowledge of the global transfer agency business and his decision to join us underlines BNY Mellons strategic commitment to our transfer agency offering in EMEA and beyond.
Willis adds: I am very pleased to be joining BNY Mellon, which has demonstrated a high level of commitment and vision in the transfer agency space. I look forward to continuing to expand the companys capabilities in this area and to offering world class transfer agency services to our clients.”