The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) has appointed Candice Spence as GM Marketing and Cameron Burne as GM Partnerships.

Ms Spence most recently headed up marketing at the IOOF group and brings with her more than 25 years’ experience in the financial services sector, AFA says.

Mr Burne was most recently partnership manager with AMP Financial Planning. He also has more than 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry, specialising in wealth management, insurance and superannuation.

“We are delighted to be welcoming [them] to the AFA team,” acting CEO Phil Anderson said. “They are both highly skilled, seasoned professionals that join the AFA as we celebrate our 75th anniversary and build on our solid foundations.

“They will be integral to helping the AFA achieve its strategic objectives and mission to support our essential and valuable advice community.”

Ms Spence started with the AFA last month and Mr Burne was appointed in March.