Polar Capital Holdings plc (Polar Capital), the specialist active asset management group, is pleased to confirm that following the appointment of Iain Evans as Chief Executive Officer, further leadership changes have been announced within its distribution and marketing functions.
As part of the transition, Iain’s previous role as Global Head of Distribution will be divided into two newly created leadership positions, reflecting the company’s growth and the depth of client relationships as Polar Capital continues to scale its business, particularly overseas.
Richard Oates has been appointed Head of Client Group, responsible for client relationships and service globally. He was previously Head of UK Sales and Global Consultant Relations.
Vik Heerah has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer, responsible for brand, digital and content strategy and delivery globally. He was previously Head of Marketing.
Iain Evans, Chief Executive of Polar Capital, said: “Having seen firsthand how client engagement and brand marketing have both grown significantly in scale and complexity, I have taken the decision to divide my previous role as Head of Global Distribution into two distinct leadership positions.
“I am pleased to announce Richard Oates as our new Head of Client Group, and Vik Heerah as our new Chief Marketing Officer. Both bring deep expertise and a strong track record of delivery, and I am confident they will continue to strengthen our client relationships and brand presence as we enter this next chapter of growth.”
These appointments reflect Polar Capital’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional client service and building a differentiated, forward-looking brand in the asset management industry.
For further information, please contact:
Camarco
Louise Dolan: 07446 870 025 / louise.dolan@camarco.co.uk
Alex Campbell: 07710 230 545 / alex.campbell@camarco.co.uk
About Polar Capital
Polar Capital is a specialist, investment-led, active fund manager. With a collegiate and meritocratic culture where capacity of investment strategies is managed to enhance and protect performance. Since its foundation in 2001, it has grown steadily and currently has 14 autonomous investment teams managing specialist, active and capacity constrained portfolios, with combined AUM of £23.2bn (as of 30 June 2025).
Polar Capital is principally located in London and maintains offices in the UK, France, Spain, Sweden, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, the US and China.
Polar Capital LLP is authorised and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority and registered as an investment adviser with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
