Hymans Robertson On...
Welcome to Hymans Robertson On. In this podcast we’ll be covering a broad range of topics from pensions, savings, technology, insurance, responsible investment, financial education and much more. Founded in 1921, Hymans Robertson is one of the longest established independent actuarial firms in the UK. We deliver a full range of services including actuarial, insurance consulting, enterprise risk management, investment consulting, third-party pensions administration and communications consulting. Our client base includes FTSE 100, FTSE 250, privately owned firms and financial institutions. We’re also recognised leaders in the field of public sector pensions.
Episodes
- Pension reforms and oversight: The New Pension Schemes Bill introduces mandatory value-for-money assessments, scale targets for master trusts, automatic small pot consolidation, and required default decumulation options. Meanwhile, the new Pensions Commission ...
Ben is joined by Chris Arcari, Head of Capital Markets at Hymans Robertson, and Torsten Slok, Chief Economist at Apollo Global Management, to take a look at market movements from the first half of 2025 and discuss what we might expect to see in the s...
As Rona prepares to step back after nearly 40 years in pensions, she shares her own retirement journey: the emotional ups and downs, the unexpected life events that shaped h...
Throughout the episode, they'll explore topics li...
This episode tackles the big questions facing UK pensions policy, from adequacy and inclusion to long-term resilience, and considers how the next phase of reform can drive meaningful change for millions of...
The discussion covers a range of strategic considerations – from running on versus buy-out, to evolving regulatory drivers, investment opportunities, and the trade-offs involved in managing surplus. The panel sha...
In this session, Lara Desay is joined by James Mullins and Michael Abramson to unpack what’s next for the risk transfer market: a fast-evolving space that has seen record-breaking volumes and increasing complexity in recent years.
Fro...
In this session, Alison Leslie is joined by Elaine Torrey, Asad Rashid, Martin Dietz and Iain Connatty to examine the opportunities and innovation shaping the future of productive finance. From venture c...
Throughout the episode, our three experts cover topics such as:
- The importance of DEI ...
In this session, Kathryn Fleming, James Smith, Eve Reid, and Matthew Blakstad share their insights on what it takes to create more flexible and inclusive retirement options. From hybrid models and personalised guidance to smarter data use and innovative scheme design, the conversation...
- The proposed DC oversight reforms and what they could mean for schemes and governance structures.
- Updates on the FCA’s drive to improve member outcomes and its implications for ...
In this session, we move beyond the statistics to examine the real barriers and real opportunities when it comes to helping people secure decent retirement incomes. From life-stage engagement and scheme design to the evolving roles of DB, DC and CDC, our pa...
While giving a whiste-stop tour of his career highlights, John takes the time to chat through:
- Memorable client journeys, taking opportunities and the lessons learned along the way.
- The key moments that shape UK pensions - past,...
In this session, we cut through the hype to examine the true potential, and true risks, of AI across the pensions and retirement landscape. From efficiency gains and smarter decision-making to ethical challenges and regulatory uncertainty, our panellists share candi...
From the evolving role of DB schemes to the urgent need for investment-led growth, this episode dives deep into the economic, regulatory and demographic forces shaping the future of pensions.
Our panellists unpack the legacy of de-risking, the risks of over-concentration in gilts and credi...
Throughout the episode, they give insight into:
- Why local investment is more important than ever.
- What it means to invest with impact.
- Striking a balance betwe...
From fresh thinking on pension design to the evolving role of scheme...
In this episode, our guests explore:
- What are catastrophe bonds and why invest? (2:30)
- The types of natural cata...
- How corporate DEI ambitions are shaping reward and benefits strategies.
- The impact of regulatory changes, including the EU Pay Transparency Directiv...
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