Tim is joining the company to further increase subject matter expertise and will be responsible for supporting the growing global demand for the Anova Performance solution. He reports to Julian Webb, Global Head of Data Management and Analytics and is based at the company's headquarters in London, UK.

Commenting on his appointment, Miller said: "I am delighted to be joining DST Global Solutions at this time. The company's investment in its performance measurement solution over the last 18-24 months has now made Anova Performance one of the best of breed offerings available.

"The solution provides a rich breadth and depth of analytical functions, coupled with the ability to easily scale and integrate directly into its reporting capability. It handles multi-currency and multi-asset classes, and offers all industry-standard methodologies, whilst remaining flexible enough to reflect individual asset manager's investment processes. Its system and operational scalability enable it to cope with high volumes and empower clients to meet increasing business and regulatory demands. I look forward to working with our clients and prospects to ensure that Anova Performance remains a preferred choice in the market."

Tim brings 17 years' international experience in the performance field to DST Global Solutions. Most recently, he headed up SunGard's performance measurement and attribution system for the EMEA region. Prior to this he advised on product direction at StatPro and led the consulting team. Previously he ran performance teams at JP Morgan Investment Management and Morley Fund Management. Tim started his career as an actuarial consultant at Bacon and Woodrow specialising in pension funds.

Commenting on Miller's appointment, Webb said: "We are delighted that such a highly experienced practitioner as Tim is joining us at DST Global Solutions. His appointment evidences our continued commitment to the performance measurement and attribution arrena. With his deep understanding from both client and vendor side, we will be able to take Anova Performance to the next level ensuring clients have a solution which is always up to date and able to support the latest industry requirements."