Rob Bilton and Robbie McInroy appointed to lead LGPS team at Hymans Robertson

Hymans Robertson has appointed Rob Bilton as Head of LGPS Actuarial and Robbie McInroy has been appointed Head of LGPS Client Consulting, co-ordinating across all service lines provided in the LGPS market.

Rob and Robbie’s appointments follows on from Catherine McFadyen’s appointment as Head of Pensions at the leading pensions and financial services consultancy. Rob and Robbie are both partners having started at Hymans Robertson as graduates over 15 years ago.

Rob has worked with a variety of UK local government clients as a fund actuary and liaises with national LGPS stakeholders on current actuarial issues. In recent years, he has also led the development of Hymans Robertson’s actuarial propositions to meet the requirements of an ever-evolving LGPS. In his new role, he will work closely with existing leads Susan Black, Head of LGPS Governance, Administration and Project (GAP) services and Iain Campbell, Head of LGPS Investment.

Robbie is fund actuary to several LGPS Funds and has been leading the firms LGPS consulting proposition for some time. His wider focus is working with client teams, LGPS funds and other stakeholders to ensure Hymans Robertson meets market needs and delivers a comprehensive offering to the LGPS.

Commenting on his new LGPS leadership roles, Rob says: “Hymans Robertson has advised local authorities on their pension provision for over 100 years, so I’m delighted to take on this role and lead our long-term, committed, actuarial support for the LGPS. At a time of close government attention, and upcoming valuations in a new funding environment, our talented team’s tailored advice, exceptional service and thought leadership will help LGPS clients navigate these challenges and continue to efficiently and effectively provide retirement benefits to the millions of LGPS members.”

And Robbie adds: “It’s no secret that I love the LGPS and am proud to work in the LGPS community. I’m therefore especially delighted to take on this new role across our LGPS services. My focus will be on listening to the LGPS funds, and stakeholders, to ensure our services and solutions continue to provide market-leading advice and support. Through this period of government attention, I look forward to working closely with Rob, Iain, Susan and our teams to support the continued development of this thriving scheme to deliver for members, employers and local communities.”

Commenting on the new appointments, Catherine said: “As I take on my new role, I’ll be maintaining my LGPS client appointments and presence in the LGPS market. However, at a time of government focus on the LGPS, Rob and Robbie will bring exceptional leadership to our internal teams and fantastic support, thought leadership and service to our LGPS clients. Alongside, Rob and Robbie, Iain and Susan will continue work closely with our LGPS clients to ensure we offer a comprehensive service to the market.”