Meet the team

Josh Peel

Technical Executive

Josh.Peel@whitehallgroup.co.uk

Josh was born and raised in Oldham before attending Huddersfield University. He began his career in customer service and soon applied these skills to the financial services industry. His experience in pensions includes complex transactions specifically property and loans. In his spare time he enjoys watching all sports and is a huge fan and a season ticket holder of Manchester United, which he has confessed is getting harder to admit as the seasons pass!

Holly Sheridan

Technical Executive

Holly.Sheridan@whitehallgroup.co.uk

Having lived in Lancashire my whole life, apart from the three years I spent down in Cornwall to obtain my Bachelor’s degree, I then decided to settle back in the Rossendale Valley. Since graduating, I’ve spent the past 8 years in the property industry, specialising in residential, commercial and property finance. I’m delighted to be a part of the Whitehall Group and help support the clients and the team in all their endeavours. Outside of work, I enjoy walking my dog Herbie on the moors and getting stuck into a good book.

Vanessa Peters

Team Leader

Vanessa.Peters@whitehallgroup.co.uk

Vanessa joined Whitehall Group in 2018 as a New Business Administrator and Team Leader of Central Operations. Born and living in Bury, she spent 19 years in retail management progressing to senior management before her 12 years working closely with the Department of Work and Pensions. Vanessa has achieved the ILM Level 2 qualification. In her spare time Vanessa loves to travel, and as a keen problem solver she relishes the challenge of an escape room.

Toni Duckworth

Office Administrator

Toni.Duckworth@whitehallgroup.co.uk

Toni is one of the longest standing members of Whitehall Group. She joined the company in February 2014, having previously worked in pensions with the two Directors. Toni has over 20 years’ experience in the SSAS industry. She is Whitehall Group’s social butterfly and likes to arrange company events. Toni spends most of her spare time cheering and chanting her two young boys on the sideline at their local football matches.

Joshua Molloy

Central Operations Administrator

Joshua.Molloy@whitehallgroup.co.uk

Josh was born in Bury and joined Whitehall in 2016 after 7 years in the legal sector. Josh is responsible for banking and payroll reconciliation functions in the Central Operations team. An avid Audible listener, he likes to spend his spare time with his wife and daughter.

Emma Taylor

Team Leader

Emma.Taylor@whitehallgroup.co.uk

Emma joined the Whitehall Group in 2018 after 20 years in the legal industry. Since joining the company she has become Team Leader of the Pension Administration Team. Having completed ILM Level 2 Award in Leadership & Team Skills Emma believes this will assist further in developing solid relationships with her team and clients. In her spare time Emma enjoys making memories with her daughter and walking.

Joe Scott Bentley

Software Developer

Joe joined Whitehall as a Software Developer in 2024 after completing an intensive coding bootcamp at Northcoders. He holds both a Bachelor and a Master’s degree in Accounting and Finance, combining strong analytical skills with a passion for problem-solving. Before entering the tech industry, Joe spent four rewarding years working with children with autism and special needs, fostering creativity and empathy. Outside of work, Joe enjoys playing and watching sport, diving into a good book, and catching up on the latest TV series.

Leoni Whitehead

Pension Administrator

I have lived in Lancashire for pretty much all my life apart from moving to Chester to attend University. I graduated in with a second-class degree in Primary Education, which provided me with great problem solving, teamwork and organisational skills. I love working with a range of clients, meeting new people, and adapting to a challenge.  In my spare time I love colouring and organising as well as reading and keeping up to date with media trends.