Published: July 22, 2026
Samantha Lamb, Head of Fixed Income
We have appointed Samantha Lamb as Head of Fixed Income, as we continue to build on our in-house investment capabilities.
Samantha joins from GIB Asset Management, where she previously spent more than four years as head of fixed income. Prior to that, she spent almost 15 years at Aberdeen Standard Investments, including as head of ESG, Fixed Income and investment director. Her experience spans investment-grade and high-yield credit, emerging markets and the integration of sustainability considerations into investment research and portfolio construction.
In her role, Samantha will lead our Fixed Income capability, working with colleagues across the investment team to support the long-term objectives and evolving requirements of our Partner Funds.
Jayne Atkinson, CIO:
“We are delighted to welcome Samantha to LGPS Central. This is another important appointment as we continue to strengthen our investment capabilities and support partner fund in the delivery of their investment strategies. Samantha brings substantial experience across global fixed income markets, together with a strong track record in investment leadership and the integration of sustainability considerations. As pooling develops, partner funds will increasingly look to pools to combine scale with specialist expertise, strong risk management and a clear understanding of their individual objectives. Samantha’s leadership will further strengthen our fixed income capability and help us continue delivering long-term value for partner funds and their members.”
Samantha Lamb, Head of Fixed Income:
“I am delighted to be joining LGPS Central at such an important time for the pool and the wider LGPS. The continued development of pooling provides a significant opportunity to bring together scale, specialist expertise and a long-term investment perspective in support of Partner Funds. I look forward to working with colleagues and Partner Funds to develop a fixed income capability that responds to their evolving requirements and supports the effective delivery of their investment strategies.”
