Lachlan Baird
Chief Executive Officer
These are the key people who oversee the day-to-day running of the Fund and advise the Trustee on matters affecting the Fund's operations.
Chief Executive Officer
Lachlan has been involved in the superannuation industry for over twenty years gaining experience in many and varying aspects of the industry. He began his career as an Auditor and subsequently mana...
Lachlan has been involved in the superannuation industry for over twenty years gaining experience in many and varying aspects of the industry. He began his career as an Auditor and subsequently managed the outsourced fund accounting function of a major super administrator. Lachlan also held a senior role in a large industry superannuation fund before taking on the role of CEO of Prime Super in 2005.
Lachlan holds a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering, a Bachelor of Commerce, and is a Chartered Accountant.
General Counsel and Assistant Company Secretary
Wendy has had over 13 years’ experience working as a senior legal practitioner in both private practice and in-house and has acted for clients within the areas of superannuation, corporate and comme...
Wendy has had over 13 years’ experience working as a senior legal practitioner in both private practice and in-house and has acted for clients within the areas of superannuation, corporate and commercial, financial services and litigation.
She joined Prime Super in 2009 and her role as General Counsel and Assistant Company Secretary involves overseeing the legal, governance and company secretarial functions within Prime Super.
Wendy holds a Bachelor of Laws (Hons), a Bachelor of Commerce and a Certificate in Governance Practice (Governance Institute of Australia).
Chief Financial Officer
Remo joined Prime Super in 2015 working on a range of financial and strategic initiatives. With over 30 years financial services experience, Remo has delivered strong results and improved efficiency,...
Remo joined Prime Super in 2015 working on a range of financial and strategic initiatives. With over 30 years financial services experience, Remo has delivered strong results and improved efficiency, whilst focusing on service excellence.
During the course of his career, Remo has lead complex and diverse operations. He has extensive experience in investments, relationship management, change management, financial budgeting and reporting and managing director positions.
Prior to joining Prime Super, Remo worked with and contributed to the growth of various organisations including the Norwich Group, AXA Australia, Australian Unity Investments, Merrill Lynch Investment Managers and BlackRock Investment Management in the capacity of Managing Director – Business Operations. Remo is an avid sports fan and is a loyal supporter of the Richmond Tigers.
Chief Operating Officer
Luke Banfield is the Chief Operating Officer for Prime Super, joining Prime Super in December 2018. Luke has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry across both the superannuati...
Luke Banfield is the Chief Operating Officer for Prime Super, joining Prime Super in December 2018. Luke has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry across both the superannuation and insurance sectors. He has a proven track record of delivering market leading customer service and operational performance in highly regulated and complex business environments, as well as large scale transformational change.
Prior to joining Prime Super, Luke worked for MetLife Australia as the Chief Operating Officer. He was responsible for the executive management of the insurance operations of Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Vietnam and Nepal.
General Manager, Investments
Jane joined Prime Super in November 2015. She has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Jane comes with a strong background in accounting and solid understanding of the super...
Jane joined Prime Super in November 2015. She has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry. Jane comes with a strong background in accounting and solid understanding of the superannuation industry.
With her experience in investments and investment operations Jane flawlessly manages expectations and relationships with Prime Super’s fund managers, investment consultants and custodians. Having managed investment operations teams through significant growth and changes, Jane understands and supports the development of collaborative relationships at all levels within the organisation.
Jane holds a Bachelor of Economics and a Graduate Diploma of Applied Finance and Investments.
General Manager, Risk and Compliance
Ann joined Prime Super in 2016 as the General Manager, Risk and Compliance. She brings with her 28 years of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the compliance and risk arena...
Ann joined Prime Super in 2016 as the General Manager, Risk and Compliance. She brings with her 28 years of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in the compliance and risk arena.
She and her team are responsible for maintaining a robust risk and compliance framework to protect and support the organisation in achieving its objectives.
Ann holds a Bachelor of Economics and a Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning. She is also a Certified Financial Planner.
General Manager, Distribution
Mark joined the Prime Super team in September 2016 as General Manager Distribution. He is responsible for supporting our regional manager team who represent our brand throughout Australia and delivery...
Mark joined the Prime Super team in September 2016 as General Manager Distribution. He is responsible for supporting our regional manager team who represent our brand throughout Australia and delivery of efficient and effective distribution strategies for the fund.
Mark has more than 30 years’ experience in financial services and has held executive roles in sales and operations for both large and medium size organisations. His superannuation experience includes more than 5 years in a leadership role with an industry super fund complemented by a role with global professional services firm EY in the Wealth and Asset Management practice.
Mark is passionate about providing the members of Prime Super with the best retirement outcome they can expect from their lifetime of work. In his free time, Mark is a keen cyclist and loves water skiing.
General Manager, Strategy
George joined Prime Super in January 2019 and has a wealth of senior management experience. In a career spanning more than 25 years he has developed a special focus on superannuation and supports Prim...
George joined Prime Super in January 2019 and has a wealth of senior management experience. In a career spanning more than 25 years he has developed a special focus on superannuation and supports Prime Super’s growing expertise in the education and health sectors. He is also a Fellow of the The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA).
He was the Chair of Combined Super, retiring at the end of 2018 and is currently Chair of IPC Health. He has throughout his career developed significant experience in corporate governance, strategic planning, compliance and financial management.
George has also managed the implementation of a number of new budgetary systems in both public and private schools and has been responsible for all administrative functions, procurement and finance. He has also developed partnership programs and worked closely with school councils and boards to develop their strategic plans.
George has also completed a Bachelor of Business and Accounting, Graduate Diploma of Taxation and a Diploma of Superannuation Management.