Apollo Global Management (NYSE: APO) has announced two senior appointments aimed at strengthening its economic, policy, and government affairs capabilities across Europe as the alternative asset manager continues to expand its presence in the region.
The firm said Huw van Steenis will join as Partner and European Economic & Policy Strategist, while Sarah Jenkins will become Managing Director and Head of Government Affairs for Europe. Both newly created positions are scheduled to begin in August and will be based in London, which serves as Apollo’s European headquarters.
The appointments come as Apollo continues to increase its investment activity across Europe and the broader EMEA region. The firm currently oversees approximately $240 billion in regional assets under management and has deployed significant capital into sectors including infrastructure, aviation, energy, real estate, and industrial development.
Van Steenis brings more than two decades of experience in financial markets, economic research, and strategic advisory roles. Prior to joining Apollo, he served as Vice Chair at Oliver Wyman and previously advised senior leadership at UBS as well as former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney. His background also includes leadership positions at Schroders and Morgan Stanley, where he gained recognition for his analysis of financial institutions and global markets.
Jenkins joins Apollo after leading European public affairs efforts for CPP Investments. Her career spans both the private and public sectors, including positions within HM Treasury, the UK government, and the European Parliament. The company expects her experience navigating regulatory and policy environments across Europe to support Apollo’s growing regional operations.
David Krone, Apollo Partner and Global Head of Policy, said the additions will enhance the firm’s ability to navigate evolving economic and regulatory landscapes. He highlighted Van Steenis’ expertise in financial markets and policy analysis, while noting Jenkins’ track record in building government affairs programs across multiple European jurisdictions.
Apollo’s leadership emphasized that the hires reflect the firm’s commitment to expanding its institutional capabilities alongside its growing investment platform. Tristram Leach, Apollo Partner and Chief Investment Officer for EMEA, noted that strengthening enterprise leadership remains a priority as the firm’s regional footprint continues to expand.
Over the past several years, Apollo has been involved in financing and investment transactions across a range of major European companies and infrastructure assets. Investments associated with Apollo-managed funds have included exposure to sectors such as semiconductor manufacturing, transportation, housing, and energy infrastructure, including projects tied to offshore wind, nuclear power, and grid modernization.
For investors, the appointments may signal Apollo’s intention to further deepen its engagement with European policymakers and regulators at a time when private capital is playing an increasingly important role in funding strategic industries and infrastructure projects. The addition of senior economic and government affairs expertise could help the firm identify emerging opportunities while navigating regulatory developments that impact long-term investment strategies.
As governments across Europe continue to prioritize energy security, industrial competitiveness, and infrastructure investment, Apollo appears to be positioning itself to remain an active participant in these large-scale capital allocation trends.