Standard Life Aberdeen has appointed David Tiller as head of UK propositions.
The newly created role will see Mr Tiller keep his existing responsibilities for Standard Life's Wrap and Elevate platforms but his remit will be extended to "reflect the integration of technology, tax and investments in a digitally-enabled market".
Mr Tiller said: "I hope to use the insight I have gained in the many years of working with adviser firms when it comes to applying technology to business and client challenges. Across advice, technology platforms and investments, clients need to benefit from positive coexistence and cooperation.
"Although clients are unlikely to be aware, many of the frustrations they feel when dealing with long term financial planning arise as a result of the disconnected nature of the market. Technology can resolve this and become the glue that joins businesses together to benefit clients. I believe we are entering a new era of collaboration.
"I’m looking forward to working closely with all our business partners to help them deliver more tailored, more dynamic, outcome driven propositions."
Mr Tiller, who is also a non-executive director of Origo, has been at Standard Life for more than 20 years where he has been strategy and business development director for Standard Life Wealth and head of research and product development at Standard Life Investments.
Barry O’Dwyer, head of UK business at Standard Life Aberdeen, said: "David’s experience in the propositional development and success of our adviser platforms over the last five years make him a perfect fit for this new role.
"The wider remit allows David to utilise his experience to support all of the propositions Standard Life Aberdeen offers in the UK, ensuring these are innovative, efficient and client-friendly for the firms we work with."
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