Tim Gardener joined Aon Hewitt's investment consulting team in London as a partner, said a spokeswoman.
Whether the position is new could not be learned by press time.
Mr. Gardener's career has “spanned all kinds of market conditions, all sizes of pension scheme and numerous legislative changes,” said Andy Cox, CEO for Europe, Middle East and Africa, in a news release. “He therefore brings almost unparalleled experience to our investment team.
Mr. Gardener was global head of AXA Investment Managers' institutional client group. Since July he has been a senior client adviser, working closely with the firm's institutional clients and prospects across the globe, said a statement provided by an AXA spokeswoman. Mr. Gardener will not be directly replaced. AXA recently restructured its client group to simplify the organization.
