Amy is a member-nominated trustee and, as the NEU's Assistant General Secretary for Communications, Campaigns and Political Engagement, is an active member of the NEU pension scheme. Based in the Northern Region, Amy has worked for NEU and NUT for more than 10 years, previously as a National Campaign Manager, Organiser and Regional Officer. Outside work, Amy sits as a magistrate in the adult criminal court and is mum to Ross, born in July 2021.

Natalie has worked in the pensions industry since 2009, starting her actuarial career with First Actuarial. As well as supporting trustees and employers to help them run their pension schemes, Natalie is also a senior member of First Actuarial’s financial wellbeing team, helping individuals to make the most of their pensions and finances.

Before taking on the Scheme Actuary role for the NEUPS, Natalie has worked with the Scheme for many years to support previous Scheme Actuaries and the Trustees.

James is an investment consultant and a part-qualified actuary with over 13 years’ experience in the pensions industry. James is a the lead investment adviser to many schemes (both DB and DC) and is knowledgeable in tailoring investment solutions to schemes of various sizes. James is highly organised and enjoys explaining complex ideas in simple terms. James also runs our Investment Trustee Training sessions for Trustees.