Hymans Robertson has announced the unexpected death of equity member and senior actuary, Patrick Bloomfield.

Patrick was a leading figure in the pensions industry for over 25 years, bringing his own remarkable blend of professional curiosity and charm to his work with colleagues, clients and beyond.

Having joined Hymans Robertson in 2004, Patrick’s passion for the pensions industry saw him quickly promoted to the role of partner in 2006, before being made an equity member of the firm in 2010.

He provided strategic defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) advice to a range of industry leading schemes and employers, although his most recent focus was pensions policy, as he was leading on the firm’s trustee DB business.

As well as his work at Hymans Robertson, Patrick was a leading figure in a number of industry bodies, most notably as immediate past-chair of the Association of Consulting Actuaries.

Hymans Robertson senior partner, Jon Hatchett, commented: “We are all in shock at the untimely loss of our much-loved colleague Patrick.

"His professional brilliance and flamboyant personality made him a treasured leader and guiding force throughout Hymans Robertson for nearly 20 years. He cared deeply about the firm and everything we believe and his contribution will leave a mark on the firm for many, many years.

“Patrick was passionate about developing pensions policy in ways that deliver the best outcomes for employers, trustees and savers and was always looking at ways in which he could positively influence change.

"He loved thinking strategically about how changes in the pensions industry could provide greater opportunities and make a difference to the lives of more people. He was energised and animated about helping clients and colleagues navigate a path through an uncertain economic future with confidence.

“Along with his incredible enthusiasm for maintaining Hymans Robertson’s unique culture, he was a valuable friend and mentor to so many colleagues within the firm. His vibrancy will be greatly missed. Our love and thoughts are with Patrick’s family at this very sad and difficult time.”

The ACA has also paid tribute to Patrick, with chair, Steven Taylor, stating: “We were deeply shocked to hear the terrible news of Patrick Bloomfield’s sudden, unexpected passing.

"Patrick steered the ACA through the two difficult years of the pandemic, which coincided with his period as ACA Chair.

"His leadership through that period ensured we adapted to the challenges presented by the pandemic, helping members to actively participate in the ACA’s activities, whilst vigorously pursuing its representational role to government, regulators and other bodies.

“He will be remembered for his outstanding contributions to ACA’s public policy initiatives and his collegiate approach to managing the Association, always exercising his responsibilities with kindness and a smile.

"He wanted to make the pensions industry a better place and improve outcomes for future generations and we will strive to continue his legacy with the zest and determination that he demonstrated. Our thoughts are with Patrick’s wife and family, as well as his many colleagues and friends at Hymans and around the industry.”

Pensions Age would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to Patrick’s family, and to his many friends and colleagues within the pensions sector.

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