Mint Asset Management has appointed a new head of retail distribution, following the resignation of marketing manager David Boyle.

Matthew Hanchet steps into the new role after spending five years at Generate KiwiSaver. At Generate he looked after clients and most recently held the position of business development manager.

"He has developed strong relationships with many advisers and brings key financial services experience, including being NZCFS Level 5 qualified, to his new role within the team," Mint says in a statement.

Boyle has stepped down, after more than five years with Mint Asset Management, to pursue his passion for KiwiSaver and helping Kiwis to improve their financial capability. He’s planning to enjoy some time out over the summer, before identifying opportunities in these important areas, along with growing his portfolio of board positions.

“David has been an integral part of the Mint team for a long time, helping us to grow our brand and funds under management. We’ll be really sad to see him go, but it will come as no surprise to most people that he wants to devote more time to helping New Zealanders with their everyday money matters, so they can improve their financial wellbeing,” Mint Asset Management chief executive Rebecca Thomas says.

Boyle will stay on until the end of the year to help with the transition.

His other responsibilities will be handed over to Kirsten Boldarin, Head of Distribution.