Sunsuper, the Australian superannuation fund, has named a new chief executive.

Effective 28 January 2014, Scott Hartley assumes the lead role in one of the country's largest super funds, recording A$25 billion in funds under management and around a million members. 

Prior to the appointment, Hartley was executive general manager for corporate and institutional wealth at National Australia Bank. He also held several executive roles within the NAB/MLC Group, including strategy and marketing, institutional investments and financial planning. 

Bruce Wilson, chief financial officer, has been acting as caretaker CEO since August after former head Tony Lally stepped down to become a non-executive director.