Our People

Les Blake

Les Blake, Operations Manager, has over 20 years experience in broking back office operations. Les has been involved in significant structural change of the broking operations in Australia, including the implementation of CHESS. Les has held a number of senior back office positions for international security firms and has responsibility for managing settlement/corporate actions & securities lending operations.

Steve Franklin

Steve Franklin, IT Manager. Steven’s background includes ten years experience in Information Technology together with seven years experience in the financial services sector. Steven has worked both locally and abroad, within small and international companies and uses the knowledge and experience he has gained to assist and support Southern Cross Equities' platforms.

Melanie Tucker

Melanie Tucker, Client Services Representative. Melanie joined Southern Cross in 2008 with over 5 years experience in customer service and office administration in both the Travel and Hospitality Industries. Melanie is an integral part of the Southern Cross Operations team and is currently studying to further her career in the finance/stockbroking industry.

Melissa Waller

Melissa Waller, Administration Officer, has over 14 years experience in stockbroking and has been with Southern Cross Equities for over 7 years. Melissa has responsibility for broking administration processes and the handling of client requests.