Ian Battye
About Ian Battye
Ian Battye serves as the Chief Investment Officer for Currency at Russell Investments, where he manages a global team focused on currency overlay mandates. With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, he has held various roles in trading, sales, and management across Australia, the US, and London.
Current Role at Russell Investments
Ian Battye serves as the Chief Investment Officer for Currency at Russell Investments, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he manages a global team that oversees currency overlay mandates, which include hedged share classes and dynamic currency strategies. His leadership in this capacity contributes to the firm's strategic approach to currency management and investment solutions.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Before joining Russell Investments, Ian Battye accumulated extensive experience in the financial services sector. He worked at National Australia Bank as Manager of Foreign Exchange Sales and Advisory from 1988 to 1993. He also held the position of Vice President, Associate Director at Dresdner Bank from 1993 to 1995. His career includes various roles in trading, sales, advisory, and management across major financial firms.
Education and Qualifications
Ian Battye studied Finance and earned a Bachelor of Economics at Monash University from 1985 to 1988. Prior to that, he completed his Higher School Certificate at Haileybury College between 1978 and 1983. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in investment management and financial services.
Expertise in Investment Management
Ian Battye possesses significant expertise in organizational design and strategy within investment management. With over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry, he has developed a deep understanding of market dynamics and investment strategies, particularly in currency management. His knowledge spans across Australia, the US, and London.
Long-term Commitment to Russell Investments
In addition to his role as Chief Investment Officer for Currency, Ian Battye has been serving as Chief Operating Officer at Russell Investments since 2012. His long-term commitment to the firm reflects his integral role in shaping its operational and investment strategies over the past decade.