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Lothian Pension Fund appoints chief operating officer

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29 Sep 2025

Barry MacLennan is an experienced finance leader across the life, pensions and investment sectors.

Barry MacLennan is an experienced finance leader across the life, pensions and investment sectors.

Lothian Pension Fund, the second largest Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) provider in Scotland, has announced a change to its senior leadership team with the appointment of Barry MacLennan as chief operating officer.

MacLennan will join on October 20. He is an experienced finance leader with a varied career across the life, pensions and investment sectors.

His most recent role was CEO of Embark Investments, a wealth technology business that was bought by Lloyds Banking Group.

MacLennan’s previous roles include time lecturing at Napier University and leadership roles at Martin Currie and Standard Life.

David Vallery, chief executive Officer of Lothian Pension Fund, said: “Barry brings a wealth of experience from across the financial services sector, and his proven track record in developing high-performing teams will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our organisation.”

Lothian Pension Fund administers the LGPS in Edinburgh and the Lothians.

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