Simon Hutchison
About Simon Hutchison
Simon Hutchison is the Director of Client Portfolio Management at Russell Investments, where he has worked since 2020. He has over 17 years of experience in investment management and actuarial consulting, with a strong background in analytical expertise and client-focused research.
Work at Russell Investments
Simon Hutchison currently serves as Director of Client Portfolio Management at Russell Investments, a position he has held since 2020 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Prior to this role, he worked as Associate Director of Client Portfolio Management from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Russell Investments has been marked by a focus on high-impact analysis and a deep understanding of client needs, contributing to the firm's strategic objectives.
Education and Expertise
Simon Hutchison has a strong educational background in finance and actuarial science. He earned a Bachelor of Mathematics in Actuarial Science and Statistics from the University of Waterloo, completing his studies from 1993 to 1998. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Financial Risk Management with an Investment Management Track from the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in 2011. Hutchison is also a Chartered Financial Analyst and a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst, having studied at the CFA Institute and CAIA Association, respectively.
Background in Actuarial Consulting
Before joining Russell Investments, Simon Hutchison accumulated extensive experience in actuarial consulting. He worked as an Actuarial Analyst at Mercer from 1999 to 2002 and later served as an Actuarial Associate at Willis Towers Watson from 2002 to 2010. He also held the position of Senior Consultant in Asset Allocation at bcIMC from 2011 to 2016. His background in actuarial science has equipped him with exceptional analytical skills and the ability to synthesize large amounts of information.
Professional Achievements
With over 17 years of experience in investment management, actuarial consulting, and strategic advice, Simon Hutchison has developed a reputation for high-impact analysis and effective cross-functional collaboration. His work is characterized by thoughtful research and a keen understanding of client needs, which has facilitated consensus building in various professional settings.