Matthew Bleakley
He/HimAs a Senior Consultant in our Pension Risk Transfer practice, I specialise in helping trustee and corporate clients navigate insurance de‑risking and long‑term strategy. I have advised on a wide range of transactions, from smaller schemes using LCP’s market‑leading Streamlined Buy‑in Service to large, complex £bn transactions.
What really drives me is building strong relationships with clients, insurers, colleagues and other advisers. Every project is unique, and it’s the collaboration and shared commitment to achieving the best possible outcome that makes this work so rewarding. I was honoured to receive the Actuarial Post’s 2025 Pensions Actuary of the Year after a fast-paced year supporting clients through transactions.
A key part of my role is developing strong connections with Professional Trustee firms operating in the pension risk transfer space, with a particular focus on supporting and engaging with the next generation of pension professionals.
Outside of work, I love to travel - New Zealand being a recent highlight - and I’m a long‑suffering but loyal Chicago Bears fan.
Some recent transactions include:
- Panasonic - £140m full buy-in (2025)
- Brockhampton - £40m full buy-in (2025)
- Ultra Electronics - £250m full buy-in (2025)
- Hyde Housing - £60m full buy-in (2023)
- Marks and Spencer – phased buy-ins totalling £3.5bn (2018 to 2020)
Working with Matt was both easy and a pleasure. He is an excellent communicator with a sharp eye for detail, coupled with the tenacity to ensure that all essential detail is duly provided! Deadlines were met in fine style, and I had every confidence in the service he and his colleagues at LCP provided.
Jo Whiterod Scheme Secretary to Brit Pension Trustee Limited
