Paul Black

Paul is an experienced pensions professional with over 30 years in the industry, including the last eight years as a professional, independent trustee. A qualified actuary and Accredited Trustee through the Association of Professional Pension Trustees, Paul brings a rare combination of deep technical knowledge, strategic investment expertise, and practical governance insight to every trustee role he undertakes.

He currently holds a number of Chair and Sole Trustee appointments across DB and DC arrangements. Paul’s specialist investment background enables him to make a meaningful contribution to trustee boards, particularly in areas of strategic asset allocation, journey planning, and risk management. His ability to understand and communicate complex investment issues in a clear, pragmatic way makes him a valued asset to both his fellow trustees and sponsoring employers.

Prior to becoming a trustee, Paul was an Investment Partner at Lane Clark & Peacock, where he advised pension schemes on the development and implementation of investment strategies. His experience spans both DB and DC schemes, including the design of default funds, setting long-term funding targets, and aligning investment approaches with the scheme’s de-risking or buy-out objectives.

Paul is known for his collaborative and analytical style, offering effective challenge to advisers while collaborating constructively with employers and co-trustees to ensure schemes are well-governed, compliant, and progressing toward their strategic goals. He brings clarity and confidence to complex decision-making and has supported clients through a wide range of activities, from funding negotiations and valuation discussions to asset transitions and liability management exercises.

With his actuarial foundation, investment expertise, and firsthand trustee experience, Paul plays a pivotal role in ensuring the schemes he supports are run with professionalism, diligence, and a strong focus on member outcomes.