FNZ, the platform engine behind several UK investment platforms, has appointed former senior Santander banker James Dunne as its managing director, client management and business development.

Mr Dunne was formerly head of wealth management and insurance at the Spanish bank’s UK arm.

He also held roles as global head of digital for Santander’s wealth management & insurance division, and director of SME markets across Europe and the US.

In his new role at FNZ he will lead the company’s client management, working closely with FNZ’s existing partners to drive strategic value, strengthen relationships, and enhance FNZ’s ability to support clients across key market segments.

Mr Dunne will report into Alastair Conway, FNZ’s group head of UKMEA.

Mr Conway, said: “James’ leadership and commitment to innovation will help to continue strengthening our client partnerships and delivering outcomes for the financial institutions and customers we serve.”

James Dunne said: “I have long admired FNZ as a trailblazer in wealth management technology. FNZ’s ability to empower everyday savers through innovation and its purpose to open up wealth resonate deeply with me.”

FNZ partners with more than 650 financial institutions and 12,000 wealth managers globally, overseeing $1.5trn (£1.21trn) in assets under administration (AUA).

Founded more than 20 years ago, FNZ employs around 6,000 people across 30 countries, with the UK representing its largest market.

Its clients in the UK include long-standing relationships with industry leaders such as Abrdn, Aviva, Barclays, Lloyds Banking Group, Quilter, and Santander.