Francesca Bailey

I joined LCP in 2017 to develop the firm’s covenant consulting practice, helping trustees and sponsors manage risk and integrate covenant considerations into pension scheme strategies. Known for my collaborative and pragmatic approach, I simplify complex challenges to deliver well-informed, aligned decisions.

In 2022, I founded and now lead LCP’s insurer risk advisory team, providing clear advice on covenant aspects of pension risk transfer transactions. In this quickly evolving area, I focus on helping my clients understand insurer risk, navigate the complex insurance regulatory framework, and make strategic decisions with clarity and confidence.

Beyond pensions, I have worked on innovative projects with LCP’s sports analytics and energy transition teams, bringing financial insights to diverse challenges. My ability to communicate complex risks clearly empowers stakeholders to act decisively.

I am also committed to championing diversity and inclusion, founding LCP’s LGBT+ Network. In 2024, I was recognised on Cambridge University’s Q100 Alumni List and LGBT Great’s Game Changers List for my contributions to advancing diversity and inclusion in the pensions industry.

My focus is on providing advice that helps clients navigate uncertainty, make clear decisions, and align their strategies with long-term objectives.