Gallagher has appointed Michael Robinson as Head of DC Investment for Gallagher's Benefit & Consulting Division in the UK, further enhancing its defined contribution (DC) investment expertise and supporting its commitment to helping clients navigate an increasingly complex retirement landscape.
Michael brings extensive experience across investment strategy, portfolio design and retirement solutions, reinforcing Gallagher's ability to deliver innovative and client-focused advice in the DC market.
Michael joins from Aegon UK. As the firm's Head of Investment Development, he led the design and delivery of investment solutions, integrating public and private markets to improve outcomes for DC pension scheme members.
Prior to Aegon UK, he spent eight years advising UK and European pension schemes and insurers on investment strategy, portfolio construction and manager selection.
In his new role, Michael will lead Gallagher's DC investment proposition during an important time for the DC market. Schemes are responding to several regulatory and market developments, including the drive towards 2030 readiness, increasing scale requirements, Value for Money (VfM) assessments, contractual override considerations and a growing focus on private market opportunities.
He will also oversee the continued expansion of Gallagher's DC investment capability, guided by a remit to support the firm's growing client base with specialist expertise and tailored solutions.
Michael reports to Nick Lewis, Co-Head of Investment, UK.
Michael Robinson, Head of DC Investment at Gallagher's Benefit & HR Consulting Division, said: "I'm delighted to be joining Gallagher at such an exciting and pivotal time for the DC market. Private markets, changing member expectations and a greater focus on retirement outcomes are creating significant opportunities for innovation. Gallagher's strong culture, fantastic platform and clear ambition for growth stood out to me and I'm excited to work with colleagues and clients to shape the next stage of our DC proposition and help people face their future with confidence."
Nick Lewis, Co-Head of Investment, UK at Gallagher's Benefit & HR Consulting Division, said: "Michael joins us at an important time for both our business and the wider DC market. As schemes increasingly focus on member outcomes, retirement adequacy and accessing a broader range of investment opportunities, the need for specialist expertise has never been greater.
"Michael brings deep experience across investment strategy, portfolio design and DC innovation. His appointment reflects our continued commitment to building market-leading capabilities and solutions that help clients meet the challenges and opportunities ahead."
