PIMCO, a renowned fixed income investment manager, has announced the appointment of Giorgio Cocini as a Managing Director to oversee its business in Italy, France, and Iberia. Cocini, currently the Global Co‐Head of Financial Institutions Investment Banking at Bank of America, will join PIMCO in June and operate from the firm's London office. He will report to Craig Dawson, Managing Director and PIMCO’s Head of Europe, Middle East and Africa.
Emmanuel Roman, PIMCO’s Chief Executive Officer, expressed his confidence in Cocini, stating, "Giorgio will be an outstanding addition to our EMEA business leadership, bringing to PIMCO a deep understanding of European financial markets." Furthermore, Dawson emphasized the growth prospects with Cocini's addition, saying, "We are excited that Giorgio will be joining us to continue the growth of our business in Italy, France and Iberia as we provide our clients with innovative investment solutions and top class client service."
Cocini's background includes extensive experience in banking, insurance, financial technology, and asset management, with previous roles at Bank of America and Goldman Sachs. His appointment is expected to bolster PIMCO's presence in these key European markets and on a broader global scale.
In his new role, Cocini will lead PIMCO’s operations in Italy, France, and Iberia, overseeing client and business management functions. He will be supported by Adriano Nelli, Eleni Sifakis, and Juanma Jimenez Sanchez, who will head the respective country operations.
The appointment of Giorgio Cocini signifies PIMCO's commitment to providing clients with a diverse range of global investment strategies tailored to meet their needs in an evolving investment landscape.