Our strong investment management, asset allocation and research ethos is reflected throughout the firm where team members are encouraged to expand their knowledge, share ideas and contribute to the development of the company. By actively recruiting experienced personnel throughout our organisation, TAM offers a comprehensive service to advisers and their clients that is second to none.
Ensuring our clients and their advisers receive transparent and timely information is the ethos of our company. Our Client Relations and Business Development teams are a key resource to ensure our clients' experience with us is as effortless and productive as possible. Whether it is answering a specific query or explaining how we can work together, a member of our experienced team is always available.
Jennyta joined TAM Asset Management International in 2019 as Junior Administrator supporting our Administration and Reconciliation department. She holds a BA (Hons) in History with Applied Research Methods from the University of Mauritius and has a basic knowledge of the German language (CEFR A1).
Jennyta joined our Client Services Department in 2020 and is currently Senior Client Administrator KYC. Jennyta plays a key role in streamlining onboarding workflows, verifying client documentation, assessing risk profiles, and maintaining accurate records across our systems. She also supports our team with the management of client services and tackling their daily queries.
Email:jpoonyth@tamint.com
Nandisha joined our Client Services Department here at TAM Asset Management International in January 2023. Nandisha has a BSC in Business Management with Specialisation in Financial Services from the Open University of Mauritius and brings 5 years of compliance experience within the Financial Services.
As Team Leader of Client Services Department, Nandisha manages client relationships and ensures regulatory compliance across onboarding and due diligence processes. Nandisha excels at resolving challenges, mentoring team members, and implementing process improvements that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Whether navigating complex onboarding scenarios or streamlining internal processes, Nandisha is the go-to leader.
Our Investment Management Team has accumulated a vast experience of creating portfolio management solutions for our clients. We believe that diversity of ideas and experiences breeds the best investment solutions. With specialists dedicated to research, analysis and portfolio management, the team is fully resourced and capable of meeting the demands required by both the client and the ever changing financial landscape.
Lester is Founder and Chairman of TAM, with over 35 years investment management experience in major Institutional Investment Institutions as a Regional and Global Investment Manager. He originally trained as an Investment Analyst before becoming a Manager of direct investment portfolios in the Life and Pension Fund industry for such companies as Royal Insurance, PosTel Investment Management and Target Group. He has a Joint BSc Hons Degree in Politics and Law from Southampton University, is a Fellow of the Securities Institute and a graduate of the Investment Management Programme of the London Business School.
Phillip Hadley is the Chief Executive Officer of TAM Asset Management International. He founded the international office in Mauritius in 2004, bringing over a decade of experience in the multi-manager portfolio management industry across Europe. Phillip is highly regarded for his expertise in top-down asset allocation policy and in-depth quantitative and qualitative research, which underpin TAM’s investment strategies.
Specializing in the creation of tailored investment solutions, Phillip serves a diverse client base of intermediaries and high-net-worth individuals across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. His innovative approach to portfolio management has consistently delivered value, helping clients navigate complex markets with confidence.
Phillip holds a degree from Queen Mary College, University of London, and an MBA from the University of Birmingham. He is a Fellow of the Mauritius Institute of Directors (MIoD) and is accredited as a Key Individual and Representative by the South African Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).
Email: phadley@tamint.com
Yogita leads our Administration and Reconciliation Department. Her 20 years plus of specialized experience in portfolio administration and team management combined with her strong leadership, ensures the smooth and efficient operation of our department.
Yogita’s unwavering dedication and strategic oversight make her an invaluable asset, driving the continued success and excellence of our administrative functions..
Email: yconhye@tamint.com
Nimee Doolub is a key asset to our investment team, where she excels in conducting comprehensive market research, supporting client portfolio management, and executing trades with precision. With a first-class honours degree in Economics & Finance, and currently pursuing an MSc in Financial Economics at the University of Mauritius, Nimee combines academic excellence with practical investment analysis experience.
Her deep understanding of financial markets and economic principles is reflected in her ability to assess market trends, evaluate investment opportunities, and develop strategic recommendations. Nimee’s contributions play a crucial role in shaping TAM’s investment strategies and ensuring tailored solutions that meet our clients’ unique needs.
Email: ndoolub@tamint.com
Dishta is a valuable member of our investment team, responsible for executing trades on a daily basis with accuracy and efficiency. She ensures that all transactions are processed seamlessly, adhering to established procedures and market conditions while maintaining a high standard of execution.
She holds a first-class honours degree in BSc Business Economics and Investment Analysis from the University of Mauritius and is currently pursuing an MSc in Financial Economics. Her strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and deep understanding of financial markets allow her to navigate complex trading environments effectively. By ensuring timely and precise trade execution, Dishta plays a crucial role in supporting TAM’s investment strategies and delivering tailored solutions that align with our clients’ evolving needs.
Email: djeetoo@tamint.com
Dilshad is a seasoned Administrator bringing over a decade of dedicated experience since joining the company in 2010. He plays a key role in our administration team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Dilshad is currently furthering his expertise by pursuing a BSc (Hons) in Business Management at the Open University of Mauritius, demonstrating his commitment to continuous professional growth.
Email: dghannoo@tamint.com
Nishal is a key member of our Administration and Reconciliation Department, where he plays a crucial role as Senior Administrator and team leader. He brings valuable experience from his previous roles in the Mauritian banking sector.
Nishal holds a Bachelor's Degree in Banking and International Finance from the University of Technology, Mauritius.
Email: nchutto@tamint.com
We offer access to the award-winning model portfolio solutions run by TAM Asset Management (TAM), our UK investment management partner. Below are the details of the investment team at TAM.
James joined the TAM investment management team in 2014 as an Investment Analyst and is now their Chief Investment Officer. Prior to joining TAM, James worked at UBS AG New York within the banks options trading division. UBS AG relocated him to their Investment Banking division headquartered in London where he specialised in both global equities and derivatives within the banks' growing Portfolio Trading Division. James brings significant financial market experience to TAM from a global career within one of the largest financial institutions in the world. A disciplined and methodological approach to global investing is one of the core themes James has instilled within the investment team.
Daniel joined the TAM investment team in 2020 as an analyst and has since been promoted to portfolio manager. Daniel graduated with a first class honours in Economics from the University of East Anglia in 2019. Throughout Daniel's degree he worked as a part time administrator at Roberts Mackie Winstanley IFA in Norwich and post graduating was promoted to research analyst where he designed and managed the investment strategy for the firm.
Francis joined the TAM investment team in 2022 as an analyst, and is now one of their Portfolio Managers. Prior to joining TAM Francis worked at Abrdn specialising in multi-asset investment risk, and later joined their European private equity desk as an Analyst. Francis graduated with a first-class honours in Business and Management from Aston University and has achieved his Investment Management Certificate. He is now working towards his CFA qualification.
James joined TAM in 2022 as an anlyst and has since been promoted to senior analyst, supporting the investment team with fund research and analysis. James studied Accounting and Finance at BNU, graduating with a first-class honour in 2021. Following this, he completed an internship in Open-Banking as a Junior Analyst, where he undertook commercial tasks and enhanced his analytical skills. During the end of the internship, James began a master’s degree in Behavioural Finance at Henley Business School, which he completed in May 2022.
Olivia joined our Investment Management Department in 2022 to support the team with operations. She is responsible for trade executions on a day-to-day basis. Olivia graduated from the University of Birmingham with a degree in Geography, where she developed a broad skillset valuable to her role here at TAM.
Olivia joined our Investment Management Department in 2023 to support the team with operations. She is responsible for updating our models on an ever-growing range of third-party platforms on a day-to-day basis.
Meet the team of our European investment partner, TAM Europe Asset Management.
Eric is a CFA Charterholder and a Level 4 qualified financial planner with extensive experience in portfolio construction and investment research. Alongside navigating the complexities of the markets, Eric also enjoys crafting external communications and delivering client presentations on market developments and investment strategy. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning, Eric's investment philosophy focuses on understanding the interplay between economic factors and various asset classes. Eric believes that creating well-suited investment strategies is just as important as helping clients understand market dynamics. By translating complex trends into clear, actionable insights, Eric empowers clients to stay focused and achieve their unique financial objectives with confidence.
Marina is TAM Europe's Client Services and Operations Manager. Marina studied Business Studies at Bournemouth University where she realised an affinity for investment operations. She graduated with BA Honours, straight into a role at J.P. Morgan in their Derivates team. Marina now has over 9 years’ experience in investment operations teams, but also in compliance and anti-money laundering teams where she has been responsible for identification, investigation and submission of suspicious activity reports to Law Enforcement. Such experience places Marina in a perfect position to manage our European operation and support the needs of our financial advisers.
Karla joined the TAM Europe operations team in 2023 as our Compliance Officer. Karla was born and raised in Mexico City and studied International Business at Anahuac University of Mexico, graduating with honors. Karla then went on to study a masters degree in international banking and financial markets where she graduated second in her class. This provided Karla with the opportunity to work as an intern in Banco Santander Madrid, in the area of Business Banking - a prestigious award in Mexico. Karla moved to Mallorca in 2004 and has since gained valuable experience in several banks, including Halifax Bank of Spain, Lloyds Bank of Spain and Sabadell, working in a range of roles including cash operations, financial advisor, branch supervisor, sales support and analysis and risk control. Such vast experience provides Karla with an enormous set of skills to support TAM Europe with our Compliance duties.
André joined TAM Europe in 2024 to support the Sales and Marketing teams. André moved to Mallorca from the United Kingdom at a very young age and soon began translating for local ex pats in their business and legal meetings. An instinctive communicator due to his translation work, he is fluent in English, Spanish and Catalan. André has represented a number of companies in the sales sector and is now focused on developing new skills. He quickly aspired to enter the financial sector when the right opportunity presented itself and looks forward to developing his role with TAM Europe.
Our Finance and Compliance teams ensure the smooth running of our firm and that we comply with all the local regulations in the jurisdictions we operate.
Rachael Esther joined the Company in 2008 as our Business Manager to support our financial activities. Mauritian by birth, Rachael spent the last 18 years living in Europe and acting as corporate development manager for companies based in both the UK and Slovakia.
Rachael is a business graduate from the University of Greenwich in the UK. Her specialist skills in Human Resources and Client Liaison bring support to the management team. She has since been appointed as Associate Director of Finance and Compliance.
Email: resther@tamint.com
Sandesh Gungaram's experience has been forged through many years service in both London and Mauritius. He has responsibility for defining the future direction of our information technology efforts and for maintaining both our internal and online systems.
Email: sgungaram@tamint.com
Youvedi Ramasamy holds a Diploma in Business from Whitefield Business School, equipping her with a strong understanding of accounting principles and economic concepts.
In her role as Finance & CRM Assistant, she leverages this knowledge to support TAM’s financial operations and customer relationship management initiatives, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of our processes..
Email:yramasamy@tamint.com