The National Grid UK Pension Scheme (NGUKPS) has confirmed that its chief executive, Chris Hogg, will be stepping down from the pension scheme this summer, after six years in the role.

During his time with the scheme, Hogg led a transformation of NGUKPS’ governance structure and its support function, which helped to increase the trustees’ capacity to focus on key decisions as well as enhancing sponsor/trustee relations.

He also drove an increased focus on risk management and oversaw the scheme's de-risking, which "significantly" increased funding security, as well as recently leading on a project to outsource the onward provision of trustee executive support.

Commenting on the news, NGUKPS chair, Chris Martin, said: “We are incredibly grateful for Chris's leadership and support since joining the scheme as CEO in 2018 and would like to pass on our sincere thanks and gratitude for his stewardship during this period.

“The trustees are delighted with the results that have been achieved and Chris leaves the scheme in a strong position for its next phase, as it continues delivering and securing members’ benefits. We wish Chris every success in his future endeavours.”

Adding to this, Hogg said: “Since taking over as chief executive my focus has been on building the strongest possible foundation for the scheme and best-in-class service for its members.

“Working with the trustees, sponsor and an exceptional support team, I’m very proud of what we have achieved during this period and look forward to seeing the scheme continue to go from strength to strength over the coming years.”

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