PIMCO has appointed Johanna Göckel, with effect from 1 July 2026, as ETF Account Manager for Germany, Austria and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE).
Sign up to our free newsletters
Article created by the editorial staff of ETFWorld.co.uk
Johanna Göckel, ETF Account Manager for Germany, Austria and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) at PIMCO
In this role, Göckel is responsible for the distribution of PIMCO’s active UCITS ETFs to distribution partners in the region. Her remit includes acquiring new partners, managing existing relationships and developing bespoke investment solutions.
Andreas Schmid, Head of Global Wealth Management for Germany, Austria and CEE at PIMCO, said: “Johanna Göckel brings with her solid expertise in the ETF sector, extensive experience in distribution and a well-established network within strategic client segments. Her appointment underlines PIMCO’s strategic focus on active fixed-income ETFs in Europe”. Schmid noted that PIMCO pioneered active fixed-income ETFs in Europe, launching the first active fixed-income UCITS ETF in 2011. “I am convinced that Johanna will make a significant contribution to strengthening our market position and supporting clients in achieving their investment objectives,” added Schmid.
Göckel joins from the DWS Group, where her most recent role was Senior Xtrackers Sales Specialist, managing key account relationships for digital distribution channels in Germany. She also played a part in developing the digital distribution strategy for the EMEA region. Prior to that, she began her career at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, gaining her initial experience in fund distribution. Göckel holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration with a specialisation in finance from Goethe University Frankfurt.
Market growth prospects
The European ETF market is forecast to see robust growth. EY predicts that ETF assets in Europe will reach $6,000 billion by 2030, up from approximately $3,200 billion in 2025. Active ETFs are the fastest-growing segment, with a projected compound annual growth rate of 18.1 per cent through to 2031, according to Mordor Intelligence. State Street forecasts that by 2026, the number of active ETF launches will exceed that of passive products in Europe.
Göckel’s appointment reflects PIMCO’s strategy to strengthen its distribution presence in an expanding market, focusing on combining fixed-income expertise with an ETF structure to attract institutional and retail investors. His experience in digital distribution at DWS Xtrackers could prove particularly valuable, given that digital channels are forecast to grow at an annual rate of 15.8% until 2031.
Source: ETFWorld.co.uk
Subscribe to Our Newsletter
