Willsher joins the firm from bank SMBC Europe, where she had been a manager in the infrastructure finance team since July last year. She has extensive experience within the finance sector, having previously worked at West LB and in PwC’s financial advisory team.
“Lucy’s strong background in project finance will be valuable in providing our investors with mandates tailored to their allocation requirements, and we are pleased to welcome her to the team,” said Cooper.
Last month, IFM announced its decision to change its name from Industry Funds Management to IFM Investors.