First Actuarial has appointed Emily Brown as a scheme actuary at its Peterborough office. Bringing 22 years of experience in the pensions sector, Brown is expected to leverage her extensive knowledge to provide integrated, professional advice across a range of areas, including buyouts, scheme design, and pension accounting.
Brown describes herself as “Pragmatic, no-nonsense, and focused on providing clear and effective advice.” Her straightforward, insightful approach positions her well to guide clients through upcoming changes in the pensions and investments landscape, particularly with the introduction of the new funding code.
Before joining First Actuarial, Brown spent two decades at Mercer, where she played a key role in supporting trustees and sponsors of Defined Benefit, Defined Contribution, and hybrid schemes, managing assets exceeding £5 billion. She most recently served as the lead strategist on Mercer’s fiduciary management team, developing long-term journey plans for pension schemes, with individual fund sizes starting at £10 million.
Brown is well-versed in the complexities faced by organizations in managing pension schemes. “The more intricate the scheme, the greater the challenges. It’s not about the number of members but the complexity and strength of covenants,” she remarked. She believes First Actuarial is ideally positioned to succeed in the mid-market, and she is eager to contribute to that mission.
Emily Brown’s decision to join First Actuarial was influenced by the firm’s client-focused philosophy, which aligns with her professional values. The firm was founded by actuaries who comprehend the pensions market and operate efficiently, and their values resonate with Emily.
This appointment reflects First Actuarial’s continued commitment to strengthening its expertise and leadership in the competitive actuarial consulting space.
