Markus Studer is taking over the reins at IST Investment Foundations from chief executive Markus Anliker, who is retiring early after 14 years at the company.
Studer, who will step into the role at the end of the year, was most recently managing partner and head of the product platform division at PMG Investment Solutions.
He previously spent a decade at BlackRock, including as chief operating officer for Switzerland and Israel, and roles in the private markets team. He also worked for Swiss Re Private Equity Partners in Zurich.