SPP Event for Early Career Professionals: Pensions Update March 2026

SPP Event for Early Career Professionals: Pensions Update March 2026

Join us on Wednesday 18th March for presentations on a variety of key developments in pensions and an opportunity to catch up with colleagues.

Join our panel of expert speakers, for a high-level exploration of a range of key industry topics:

DB superfunds: What is one? How are transactions implemented and what transactions have there been in the market to date? How will the Pensions Schemes Bill impact this market and scheme options?

An overview of state pensions: Why is there a state pension and how has it evolved? What impact does it have on the occupational system? Looking ahead, with the Pensions Commission and their review of state pension age, what might be on the horizon?

Latest developments in DC adequacy: In light of the Pension Schemes Bill approaching Royal Assent, the Pensions Commission and policy development on Guided Retirement, we will consider potential solutions to the adequacy challenge and different approaches to future provision.

CDC: What is CDC and how has it evolved, from Royal Mail to now? What are its benefits and challenges? And what are its different types, from whole of life/retirement-only to single/multi-employer?

Speakers:

• Mathew Zimmerman, Market Development Manager, Scottish Widows
• Jonathan Hazlett, Managing Director, Open Trustees
• Rebecca Howard, Senior Practice Development Lawyer, Pinsent Masons LLP
• Keith McInally, Director, Willis Towers Watson
• Bessie Hamilton, Covenant Director, XPS Group (Chair)

Event Schedule

For those joining us in-person, we will be holding a drinks reception following the presentations – a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow professionals over refreshments.

16:00 – Registration & Coffee

16:30 – Sessions Begin

17:45 – Networking Drinks

This event is aimed at those with six or fewer years in pensions, but we do not gatekeep!