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SPP Event for Early Career Professionals: Professional Development – Communication, Confident Networking and Career Progression

  • October 1, 2026
  • 16:15-19:30
  • Burges Salmon LLP, 6 New St Square, London, EC4A 3BF and Online

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SPP Event for Early Career Professionals: Professional Development – Communication, Confident Networking and Career Progression

You’re invited to join our Early Careers Professionals event on Thursday, 1st October, from 16:15 to 19:30. We will bring together a diverse panel of voices to share insights, experiences, and practical advice to help you develop the soft skills needed to thrive in your career. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow, this will be an excellent opportunity be guided and inspired by leaders across the industry and beyond.

Our speakers will cover:

  • How to confidently network
  • Effectively professional communication
  • Approaches to successful career progression

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.

16:15 – Registration & Coffee

16:45 – Sessions Begin

18:00 – Networking Drinks

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

Panel:

  • Andy Bounds
  • Joe Craig
  • Kemi Olaiya, Investment Practice Lead, Capita Pension Solutions
  • Robyn Connolly, Associate, Travers Smith LLP (Chair)