Hymans Robertson, the leading pensions and risk consultancy, has promoted Anthony Ellis to be head of its investment consultancy practice.

Anthony’s extensive experience will enable him to guide the firm as it looks to new markets and maintain its position as a leading independent investment consultancy. Anthony has led the firm’s DC Investment proposition for three years and was made a Partner in 2014. Before joining Hymans Robertson, Anthony was an Investment Actuary at Phoenix Group. He started his career at PriceWaterhouse Coopers where he qualified as an actuary.

Anthony takes over the role from John Walbaum who is an equity partner at Hymans Robertson and will continue to work within the investment consultancy practice.

Commenting on his appointment, Anthony Ellis, Partner and Head of Investment Consulting at Hymans Robertson says:

“This is a time of great opportunity for our investment practice as we respond to the significant changes happening across the markets we operate within. I’m thrilled to take over the leadership of our award-winning team and strongly believe that we have the people, skills and culture to continue our success in these changing times.

“John has done a fantastic job and I’m honoured to pick up the mantle.”

John Walbaum, Partner added:

“It has been a privilege and a pleasure to be Head of Investment Consulting for the last five years.  We have been planning succession for some time and I am thrilled that Anthony is taking on the role.  He has a wealth of experience in all areas of investment and is ideally suited to lead the practice forward.  I look forward to supporting him in what promises to be an exciting future for the firm and the investment practice.”