NGS Super names head of strategy

NGS Super has appointed a former board member of the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) as head of strategy, as the fund aims to strengthen its retirement offering.

Nick Callil has joined NGS Super in the newly created role, bringing more than 35 years' experience across financial services strategy, retirement, investment, insurance, product design, member engagement and regulatory policy.

Callil will spearhead the development and execution of NGS Super's enterprise-wide strategy, including its long-term business planning, retirement income strategy and major growth initiatives, the super fund said.

He will also advise the fund's executive team on strategic priorities, market and regulatory developments, partnerships and potential merger and acquisition opportunities.

He spent 25 years at consulting firm WTW, most recently as head of retirement solutions, Australia, where he provided advice on strategic, design and governance challenges with key partners, and served as an adviser to Treasury on the framework for retirement income products for three years.

He recently finished up his involvement at ASFA after 15 years, where he was the chair for the conference committee between 2021 and 2023.

More recently, Callil had been working as an independent adviser on retirement solutions for several organisations, including AMP, since October 2024.

He reports to NGS Super chief financial officer Philippa Minney, who noted Callil's appointment aligns with the fund's focus on future strategies.

"Nick brings a rare combination of deep retirement expertise, strategic insight and a strong understanding of the regulatory and industry environment in which super funds operate," Minney said.

"The appointment of Nick as head of strategy marks an exciting step for NGS Super. His leadership will play an important role in helping us navigate emerging opportunities and challenges while remaining focused on delivering better outcomes for our members."

Meanwhile, Callil said joining the fund will allow him to continue delivering positive outcomes for Australians.

"Super funds have an increasingly important role to play in helping members navigate the transition from saving for retirement to drawing an income with confidence," he said.

"I'm looking forward to working with the NGS Super team to build on the fund's strong foundations and member-first approach and help shape the next phase of its strategy and retirement offering."

The announcement follows Adam Parsons' appointment as chief member officer for the super fund last month, as the fund continues to seek improvements in its services.