Financial Planning systems provider Distribution Technology has snapped up Colombia Threadneedle’s head of fixed income risk.

Abhimanyu Chatterjee has joined Distribution Technology to become the firm’s new principal investment analyst.

His role will include managing allocation models, risk profiles and research funds.

Mr Chatterjee has also held positions at Ivesco Perpetual, Antarctica Asset Management and Caliburn Capital and also spent time on the BT Pension Scheme’s quantitative research team.

Chris Fleming, financial analytics director at Distribution Technology, said: “We are always pleased to attract individuals of Abhi’s calibre to the business. His experience and knowledge in risk assessment and fund research will be of enormous benefit to Distribution Technology.

“We look forward to working with Abhi as we look to build on the results delivered to date and continue to help clients deliver sustainable investment suitability for the future.”