State Street Global Advisors has nabbed Mellon Capital Management’s chief investment officer for a senior emerging markets investment role.

The investment management firm, part of New York-listed State Street, has appointed Michael Ho as chief investment officer for its active emerging markets equities and global macro capabilities.

Based in Boston, Ho will manage the active emerging markets team and lead the development of global macro strategies. He reports to Alistair Lowe, global chief investment officer for active equities.

At Mellon Capital Ho was responsible for around $220 billion in assets under management across a range of investment disciplines.

“Michael’s experience allows us to expand our capabilities in active emerging markets and advance our efforts in building a strong global macro strategy,” said Lowe.