Kathryn Forrest will join Telstra Super as its general manager for operations in January 2016.
Forrest is currently UniSuper's national manager for employer relationships and has experience across industry and corporate super funds.
Commenting, Telstra Super's chief executive, Chris Davies, said "she brings a wealth of experience in managing employer and member services and is a well-known leader in the superannuation industry".
"I am sure she will bring new perspectives to what is already a highly regarded team in Telstra Super operations," he said.
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