David Marchant

David took over as Chief Investment Officer, Canada Life Limited and Managing Director, Canada Life Asset Management Limited in July 2013. In May 2024 his remit was expanded to oversee the general account investment teams for the newly created European Asset Management function. He oversees all investment functions including fixed income, equities, real estate, commercial mortgages as well as distribution for Canada and Europe.

David has over 30 years’ industry experience, with investment experience in both equities and bonds.  He joined Canada Life Asset Management in November 2010 as Head of Securities having previously been Head of Global Equities at Insight Investment.  David also held the role of Assistant General Manager at Equitable Life, where he had earlier been Head of Fixed Income and Head of Far Eastern Equities.  David has a BA in Economics and Econometrics from Nottingham University and an MBA from City University.