Openwork Partnership, one of the UK’s biggest adviser networks, has recruited Frank Meere from NatWest to be its new chief operating officer.

He brings more than 30 years’ experience in the financial services sector including a range of COO and general management positions with regional and global responsibilities.

His most recent role was as head of data & analytics at NatWest and he previously worked for ABN Amro in the UK, the Netherlands and Poland.

Philip Howell, chief executive of The Openwork Partnership, said: “We are delighted to have attracted a leader with Frank’s experience and range of skills to help us continue to deliver on our growth strategy.”

Mr Meere said: “I am really excited to be joining The Openwork Partnership and look forward to supporting the continued expansion of the company.”

The Openwork Partnership has more than 4,300 financial advisers across the UK and operates as a directly authorised, multi-panel distribution network.