The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has launched its first fraud and employer-related investments prosecution against an accountant.
The accountant, Roger Bessent, is due to appear in court after being accused of abusing his position as the director of the now shut down Gleeson Bessent Trustees Ltd (GBT)
The number of workers aged 50-64 has increased by one million in less than five years to a record high of 9.04 million, research from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has found
The bulk annuity market is expected to “remain at historically high levels” in 2019, with up to £30bn worth of deals, according to Willis Towers Watson (WTW)
The number of people who have been automatically enrolled into a pension scheme has increased to 9.96 million over November, according to The Pension Regulator’s latest figures
With defined contribution master trust providers now invited to apply for authorisation, Theo Andrew explores how they have been brought to heel, how The Pensions Regulator has been chasing its tail and what it could mean for defined benefit master trusts
As the amount between how much people should save for retirement and how much they are actually saving widens, Sara Benwell considers why this is occurring and what can be done to mend the gap
The popularity of professional trustees on pension boards has undoubtedly provided a number of benefits. However, the growing use of these trustees comes with its own set of challenges, Laura Blows finds
Many fear that the pensions industry’s image has a negative impact on pension saving rates and its attractiveness as a career option for young people. Andy Knaggs looks at what the industry is doing to change perceptions
Unprecedented change within pensions and advances in technology are threatening to destroy traditional roles and leave the industry with a very uncertain future
With around 88 per cent of defined contribution members in their scheme’s default fund, it is imperative that the industry creates the best funds it can for members. Natalie Tuck looks at the impact of return variations on a member’s prospective pension pot
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Goddard Perry are looking for another independent Trustee to join the Board of The Salvus Master Trust. Salvus has 60,000 members and c£150M in AUM. Key requirements for the role:
• Attendance of 4 Trustee meetings per year
• Meetings held in London
• Min 3 years experience in Master Trusts
• Assistance with tPR Authorisation
• On-going BAU tasks
Working in a team of consultants you will provide full support to the Client Relationship Managers and their pension scheme clients which are DC/Defined Contribution/Money Purchase arrangements.
Based on experience with a good overall package on offer
Derbyshire
Permanent
This is a crucial role for this very large in-house pension scheme during an exciting time of change; are you up to the challenge? Working closely with senior management you will be responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and reporting of the Operational Risk Framework. Excellent working knowledge of the relevant rules and regulations within the Pensions Administration industry required.
One of the top employee benefit consultancies is looking for an experienced Team Leader or Senior Pensions Administrator looking for their next step up, to join their team. Reporting directly to the Pensions Administration Manager, you will manage a team of administrators who provides a full administration service to a portfolio of occupational DB schemes.
Your next exciting and enjoyable medium-length contract is here within a dynamic in-house pension department as part of a small friendly team! You will be required to ensure an accurate, reliable and high standard of service to pension scheme members, as well as dealing with general enquiries in relation to retirement savings and other company benefits.
For a confidential discussion please telephone Dianne Beer on 07747 800740 or email dianne@abenefit2u.com
Join this large in house team to support the Operations Manager and manage a team of pensions administrators in all aspects of their work. Typical duties will include allocating work to the team and ensuring this is delivered within agreed timescales, liaising with clients on service related matters, providing technical guidance and training where required and working on complex high earner cases.
An exciting new role where you will be responsible for the effective management of trustee business across a portfolio of clients. You must have excellent knowledge of the technical aspects of the role covering DB, DC and hybrid schemes alongside outstanding organisational and project management skills.
For a confidential discussion please telephone Tasha Davidson on 0208 274 2842 / 07958 958626 or emailtasha@abenefit2u.com
Pensions Age speaks to NEST’s director of strategy, Zoe Alexander, about tackling the gender gap within retirement income provision
Fixed income: new opportunities
Francesca Fabrizi meets Ahmed Talhaoui, Head of International Product Strategy for BlackRock's Global Fixed Income Group, to discuss how fixed income markets have evolved and what opportunities are available for pension funds to build robust portfolios
