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Brightwell, the comprehensive service provider for defined benefit schemes, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paula Walter as a non-executive director, effective immediately.
Paula brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Brightwell Board, having held numerous leadership roles in both executive and non-executive capacities.
She has spent over two decades working in technology, digital, data and information security within the financial services industry. Her leadership roles include Chief Technology Officer at Newton Investment Management, Chief Operating Officer at Ruffer LLP, Chief Technology and Information Officer at Aldermore Group and Vice President at Goldman Sachs International.
Paula is a member of the Royal College of Music’s Council and Audit & Risk Assurance Committee. She also serves as a Trustee for the University of Cape Town Trust and is a Director and Deputy Chair of the German School London, where she established and chairs the IT Committee, focusing on digital strategy development and IT policy.
Denise Le Gal, Chair of Brightwell, said: “Paula’s extensive experience in technology and risk management will add further breadth and depth to our Board. In addition to her technical expertise, her strategic leadership, and ability to navigate complex challenges will be hugely valued.”
Paula Walter said: “I’m delighted to join the team at Brightwell and look forward to supporting the business as it continues to build on its investment in technology and deep understanding of defined benefit schemes to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients.”
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Brightwell has won DB investment manager of the year at the 2025 PensionsAge awards. Judges at the PensionsAge awards 2025 commended Brightwell for our approach to solving current DB investment challenges: "Brightwell showcased a clearly-articulated approach to solving some of the key DB funding and investment challenges facing the sector today – a real thought leader."
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