Head of multi-asset Jeroen Blokland to leave Robeco

Plans to launch new research platform

Jeroen Blokland, head of multi-asset at Robeco, is set to leave the business to launch a new research platform.

Blokland is responsible for the Robeco Multi Asset funds, Robeco One and Robeco Pension Return Portfolio. Ernest Sanichar will be taking over the lead portfolio manager role until a permanent solution has been found, according to Robeco.  Ernesto Sanichar has been part of the multi-asset team for 14 years and within the industry for 23 years. He will be supporteed by the rest of the Global Macro Team.  The €170m Robeco Multi Asset Income fund has returned 7.3% over the last 12 months, compared to a 6.9% return from its index, the 25% MSCI All Country World Index (EUR) + 75% Bloomberg ...