Meet the board of Directors of Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited. Between them, they hold a wealth of operational, financial and academic expertise that helps ensure the smooth governance of USS.
We asked some of our Directors to tell us about themselves, the board, and their perspectives on USS. See what they said.
Professor Adam Tickell joined the board in April 2024. He is also a member of the Investment Committee.
With a career spanning more than 20 years – starting as a Research Assistant at the University of Manchester in 1989 – Professor Tickell has extensive executive experience of working in the UK’s Higher Education sector.
Ellen Kelleher joined the board on 1 November 2021. Ellen is the Chair of the Governance and Nominations Committee and a member of the Pensions Committee.
Gary became a Director of Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited in 2019. Gary is the Chair of the Group Audit & Risk Committee and a member of the Remuneration Committee.
Professor Sir Paul became a Director of Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited on 1 September 2020. He’s also a member of the Governance and Nominations Committee. Sir Paul has also been appointed as a member of the Remuneration Committee with effect from 1 September 2024.
Russell Picot became a Director of Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited on 1 February 2021 and became Deputy Chair on 1 September 2021. Russell is also the Chair of the Investment Committee and a member of the Group Audit & Risk Committee.
Sam became a Director of Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited on 12 August 2024, and is also a member of the Investment Committee.