Commenting on the promotions, Jon Hatchett, Senior Partner, Hymans Robertson, says: “It’s wonderful to see four of our colleagues become new Equity Members this year. Gemma, Sally, Susan and Ross have all contributed an enormous amount to the management, growth and success of the firm across a wide range of areas: HR, (creating an inclusive environment where employees can grow), private and public sector DB pensions and investment. They’ve played a key part in the development of the special culture of the firm and in delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients. They’re inspiring leaders with attributes that will be a great benefit to our clients and our people.
“I’m also really pleased that we’ve announced the appointment of 12 new Partners. Each new Partner has made an outstanding contribution to the success of the firm. They have been appointed across a variety of areas, showcasing the breath of our firm today and the many ways in which we support our clients for the long-term. They bring a mix of fresh talent, energy, and capability to the Partner group. These new appointments make me feel positive about our future; a diverse range of backgrounds, skills, networks, perspectives and people. I know that all our new Equity Members and Partners will add culturally, and strategically, to our sustainable partnership and I look forward to seeing their contributions over the coming years.”
About the new Equity Members:
Gemma Sefton, Head of Service Delivery, Pensions
Gemma joined the firm 2003 as a graduate, and has held several roles throughout her time in the business. As a qualified actuary she continues to advise as a Fund actuary in the Actuarial Public business unit, as well as being a people leader and helping to deliver many of the firm’s change programmes. In 2022 she joined the Management Board as Head of Service Delivery for the consultancy’s Pension Market. Gemma’s future focus will be to lead the evolution of the business’ operational strategy to ensure the continued growth of the firm’s sustainable partnership.
Sally Haran, HR Director
Sally has been with the firm for 20 years working within HR as well as sitting on Partnership Council where she had a focus on talent management and Partner promotions. She has been a driving force in the business’ growth while helping it to maintain its unique culture. Sally became HR Director in 2020 and sits on the Management Board to direct and steward a purpose driven people strategy. In her role, Sally focuses on the business’ people strategy ensuring that growth is supported while the consultancy’s culture and purpose – delivering better financial futures – remains at the forefront of all that we do.
Ross Fleming, Investment DB
Ross has over 25 years’ experience focusing largely on investment strategy and risk management. He joined the consultancy in 2010 after spending a decade in the life insurance industry. Ross has held several roles within the Investment DB team, including co-head of Trustee DB investment. Ross is passionate about delivering high-quality investment advice to both Trustee and Corporate DB clients, and dedicated to supporting the next generation of investment consultants. He’ll continue to work closely with clients, as well as with colleagues in the Investment DB leadership team to deliver growth and value.
Susan McIlvogue, Head of Large DB Schemes Solutions
Susan joined Hymans Robertson in 2014 and has 30 years’ experience in the pensions industry, providing actuarial advice to trustees and sponsors. She is currently Head of Large DB Schemes Solutions at Hymans Robertson, a role that recognises the unique challenges and opportunities facing large DB schemes. Hymans Robertson works with some of the largest pension schemes in the UK and Susan will lead the firm’s ambition to help more large schemes, their sponsors and their members. Susan has carried out many client-facing and management roles during her career, including leadership of the consultancy’s private sector actuarial propositions and oversight of its strategy across the Truste DB market.
The new Partners are:
Abhishek Srivastav (Investment DB), Andrea Black (Human Resources), Ben Farmer( Investment DB), Catherine Bamber (Hymans Robertson Investment Services), Chris Arcari (Investment Research), Craig Alexander (Actuarial Public), Heather Allingham (Actuarial Private), Laura McMillan (Project Management), Lisa Whitfield (Strategic Relationships), Neal Cherrie (Hymans Robertson Investment Services), Nick Jellema (Investment DB), Peter Henessey (BSU, CSR & Communication).
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