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States of Guernsey
The States of Guernsey Superannuation Fund was established to deliver retirement benefits to public employees in the Bailiwick. It covers civil servants,...
States of Guernsey
The States of Guernsey Superannuation Fund was established to deliver retirement benefits to public employees in the Bailiwick. It covers civil servants, teachers, nurses, police officers, firefighters and staff at Guernsey Electricity Limited. The fund holds an 11% allocation to private equity with a 20% target. Positions include commitments to Accent Equity 2012 and IFM Global Infrastructure. Additional exposure runs through real estate funds, infrastructure funds and listed equities. Geographic reach covers the United Kingdom, Nordics and global markets. Cambridge Associates serves as investment advisor since 2022. Northern Trust acts as custodian and administrator. The States Investment Board provides oversight. September 2024: Sponsored Guernsey Sustainable Finance Week. The fund operates under the Policy & Resources Committee with day-to-day management by the Pensions Team. Ownership of operating businesses such as Aurigny Air Services Limited and Guernsey Post Limited sits with the States Trading Supervisory Board.
General information
Firm type
Pension Fund
Year founded
—
AUM
2.0B (Altss estimate)
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Guernsey
City
St Peter Port
Corporate office
Sir Charles Frossard House La Charroterie, St Peter Port, Guernsey
Principals
Lyndon Trott
President of the Policy & Resources Committee and SIB member
Heidi Soulsby
Vice-President of the Policy & Resources Committee and SIB member
Gavin St Pier
Deputy and former President, involved in pension fund oversight
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at States of Guernsey Superannuation Fund?
The States Investment Board oversees strategy. Cambridge Associates provides advice. Northern Trust handles custody and administration.
Does the fund participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
The fund uses both pooled vehicles and direct holdings. Private equity exposure includes Accent Equity 2012.
What asset classes does the fund target?
Allocations cover public equities, private equity, real estate funds and infrastructure. Real assets represent 16.5% of the general investment portfolio.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
Assets derive from contributions by public sector employers and employees across Guernsey.
How is the fund related to the States of Guernsey government?
The fund is administered by the Pensions Team under the Policy & Resources Committee.
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