Anglo American appoints Anji Hunter as Group Head of Government and Social Affairs
26 May, 2009
Anglo American plc (“Anglo American”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anji Hunter as Group Head of Government and Social Affairs, in succession to Edward Bickham.
Anji will take up her position with effect from 1 June 2009, with a view to achieving a seamless transfer of responsibilities by the end of August. She will be responsible for government relations and community and social development and will report to Chief Strategy Officer, Russell King.
Anji Hunter brings her considerable public and private sector experience gained over six years at BP plc as Director of Communications and five years as Director of Government Relations at No.10 Downing Street.
Russell King, Chief Strategy Officer, said: “I am delighted that Anji will be joining Anglo American to build upon the strong progress made with our key stakeholders over the last nine years. Anglo American is widely recognised as a leader in the mining industry for its commitment to responsible, safe and sustainable mining. Our relationships with host governments and local communities around the world are critical to the future success of our operations and the delivery of our considerable strategic growth plans. I look forward to working with Anji.”
Russell also added “I wish to thank Edward for the big contribution he has made to establishing and shaping the Group’s profile with both our internal and external stakeholders and wish him every success in his new endeavours.”