We're pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer O’Brien as the new Chief Financial Officer of Lothian Pension Fund starting on 6 May 2026. Jennifer succeeds Alan Sievewright who is moving to a new role.
Jennifer brings over 20 years’ experience in financial leadership across regulated and complex financial services organisations. She has held senior roles in both smaller businesses and large corporates, including Aegon, RBS, and M&G, where she served as Divisional CFO and led finance strategy, transformation, and M&A integration.
Jennifer has extensive expertise in strategic finance, governance, risk management and financial stewardship, with a strong track record of supporting sustainable, long-term value creation. She brings a collaborative, commercially grounded approach to working with boards, investment teams and stakeholders, with a focus on financial discipline, operational effectiveness and delivering secure outcomes for members.
Chief Executive Officer, David Vallery said of Jennifer's appointment:
“I’m pleased to welcome Jennifer as our new Chief Financial Officer. With a strong track record in senior finance leadership roles, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will help us build on our achievements and continue to provide outstanding pension and investment services as a leading Local Government Pension Scheme.”
Jennifer commented on her new role:
“I am delighted to be joining Lothian Pension Fund and look forward to contributing to its strong track record of prudent financial management and governance, and to supporting the delivery of secure long-term outcomes for members, employers and partners.”