David Cox has been named as the new Head of Greenbank – Rathbones’ specialist ethical, sustainable and impact investment team – taking over from founding member John David, who will retire later this year. David has been leading Greenbank for 15 years and played a pivotal role in developing it since launch in 2004. Under his tenure, Greenbank grew significantly, with assets under management currently standing at £2.3 billion (US$2.97 billion). David also played a pivotal role in Rathbones’ Responsible Business, Responsible Investment and Stewardship committees, supporting the development of the group’s approach to sustainable business. Having joined Greenbank in 2023, Cox has over 20 years’ experience working in the financial services industry. He previously served as deputy chief investment officer at the Brunel Pension Partnership, spearheading the set-up and management of public-market investments and strategies. He has led award-winning initiatives in sustainable and environmental investments across asset classes, and holds the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation, specialising in alternative asset classes and portfolio and index construction. “Looking forward, we will continue to work tirelessly with our clients on their financial and ethical/sustainable goals,” said Cox. “It is important for us and our clients that we understand the future world we are investing in. Investing sustainably is at the heart of how we think, and with our deep research capabilities, we are well-positioned to take advantage of the fantastic opportunities in the sustainable economy.”
