Early Career Professionals
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SPP set up an Early Career Professionals group in 2021, to develop an output for those members with fewer than 6 years in pensions. One key driver was the acknowledgement that the lack of in-person networking opportunities since lockdown had disproportionately impacted ECPs. We have programmed a series of events aimed at this group, which are hybrid to enable those who can attend in-person to benefit from that. A wide range of additional activities have also been developed to support the professional development of ECPs.
To hear more, please contact info@the-spp.co.uk and let us know you would like the join The Early Career Professional mailing list.
Events
Our programme of events for ECPs is designed to tackle technical topics in an accessible way and to explore broader development issues. Where we can, we hold these events as hybrid (online and in-person), to allow those who can join in the room to speak with the speakers and peers afterwards.
We hope that by generating valuable networking opportunities with new connections and distinguished pension industry leaders, we will provide you with important connections for your future. All our events are recorded and later uploaded here so you never miss out on important content.
We look forward to seeing you in person at our next hybrid event or at a networking gathering!
Connecting you to build your networks
To support you in growing your professional circle, we run a programme to connect you to other ECPs, with a range of pension professions. You can join up to this scheme on your own or with a colleague. We will then match you up, connect you and it will be for you to take forward as works best. We then encourage you to join an in-person event, to further widen your connections.
The current phase of the networking initiative is ongoing. If you would be interested in joining the initiative, you can do so through the form below.
Please note this opportunity is open to employees of member firms only.
Careers explored – short recordings
To share the insights of a diverse range of our members’ career journeys with you, we have developed a series of short interviews with a range of leaders in pensions. These explore the paths taken and what was required to get there, how specific professions may evolve in future and what lessons have been learnt on the way.
Meet the institutions - short recordings
To give a brief introduction to key organisations on the pensions landscape, we have developed a series of short interviews with spokespeople from a range of such bodies. These explore what the institutions are, what they do and how they impact pension professionals and members.
Beginner's Guides - short recordings
To provide an overview of the key themes, terminology and processes in the pensions industry.
Observing SPP Technical Committees
We have a range of technical committees and groups that meet regularly to work on key policy issues and respond to formal consultations. These are: Legislation, DB, DC, Covenant, Investment, Administration, Financial Services Regulation, Public Sector and CDC. Further details and terms of reference can be viewed here.
Our ECPs are welcome to join a meeting as an observer. These are mostly held online and if you are interested, please email info@the-spp.co.uk