Patrick, joined Hymans Robertson in 2004 and has been a Partner since 2006 and an equity member since 2010. Having previously led the firm’s Trustee DB business, Patrick’s focus in recent years has been pension policy and providing strategic DB and DC advice to a range of industry leading schemes and employers.
Commenting on the appointment, Richard Shackleton, Head of Pensions, Hymans Robertson, says: “Professionalism is core to what we stand for as a partnership and the role of Senior Actuary is a crucial one for our firm. In taking on these responsibilities, Patrick will be leading our approach to professionalism and will continue being a positive influencer of pensions industry policy.
“Hymans Robertson is in a strong position and that’s not by any accident. It’s a result of our dedication to this over the last 100 years, developing our culture, processes, and reputation. Patrick is the ideal person to carry this mantle forward.”
Adding his thoughts upon taking on the role, Patrick Bloomfield adds: “I’m very excited to be taking on the role of Senior Actuary for the firm, leading our professionalism as we continue into the digital era. Developing pensions policy in ways that deliver the best outcomes for employers, trustees and savers is something I care deeply about. The role of Senior Actuary intersects these two passions, giving me a fantastic opportunity to make a difference to lives of lots of people.
“As Senior Actuary I’m looking forward to helping our clients and my colleagues navigate a path through the uncertain economic future with confidence. My role will be to maintain the unique culture we have Hymans Robertson, which enables our talented people to do a fantastic job in an increasingly digital world.
“What we do both as a firm, and as a pensions industry, provides the fabric for millions of peoples’ later lives and helping to secure their financial security is an enormous privilege.”
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