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Risk transfer market – 2023 outlook
22 Feb 2023
Risk Transfer
One of the biggest concerns for scheme trustees is knowing how and when to transfer risk to an insurance company.
No matter where you are on your scheme’s journey, we can guide you to the solution which best meets your needs and delivers your members’ benefits with certainty.
How we can help
We can help you understand the risks to your scheme’s funding position and help you prioritise what action to take.
If risk transfer is the right choice for you, then you can be confident that our deep market knowledge will help you obtain the best value from your transaction.
The ultimate goal for many DB pension schemes is to transfer their risk to an insurance company. Over the next 5-10 years, growth in appetite from DB pension schemes to complete bulk annuity transactions means there will be times when insurers cannot keep pace with pension scheme demand. Rather than sitting tight, we can help you take proactive steps now to capture opportunities in stages. Doing so will also put you in a stronger position for when the time comes to carry out a full buy-out.
In addition to the traditional options of buy-ins, buy-outs and longevity swaps, a number of new risk transfer options have become available to DB pension schemes in recent years. Click here to see a summary of all the options currently available to you.
Market-leading insurer insight
The buy-in and buy-out market is currently busy with all eight insurers being more selective on transactions. Now, more than ever, understanding the insurance market is key. Hymans Robertson:
- Has an excellent reputation amongst insurers for running efficient, well managed and well executed transactions.
- Advises 7 out of 8 insurers and 90% of reinsurers on longevity pricing, investments, reserving and other aspects of their business.
- Has great insights into insurer mind-set through Michael Abramson's experience in leading the bulk annuity business and large transactions at Prudential and Legal & General
- We have built strong relationships with senior individuals at each insurer to accelerate signoff on best possible price.
Hymans Robertson's expertise was instrumental in delivering this excellent result for the Fund.
Helen Clatworthy - Chair of the Trustee of the Fund, Imperial Brands, following a £1.8bn buy-in.
Innovative digital solutions
Our advice is underpinned by innovative technology and digital expertise. Adapting to an ever more digital world, we have over 200 digital experts ranging from data scientists, modellers, technical architects, developers to UX designers, all dedicated to creating transformative digital solutions.
Our digital first approach makes sure we’re harnessing the latest technologies and agile delivery to meet your needs. Powered by the latest cloud technology, our tools and solutions are best in class, and continually updated to keep up with the latest digital developments.
Our digital solutions evolve all the time. If you have a business challenge you need help with or if you would simply like to talk to one of our experts, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
During 2023 we have led on buy-ins and buy-outs:
Led on risk transfer activity totalling over £30 billion
Led on risk transfer activity ranging from £5 million to £5 billion
Led on risk transfer activity including 25 transactions with FTSE100 sponsors
Grew our team by 33%
Won Team of the Year at the Professional Pensions Rising Star Awards 2022
Were chosen by the PPF as one of four firms for a new industry-leading buy-out panel
Won Risk Reduction Adviser of the Year at the UK pensions Awards 2023
won 4 pension schemes with FTSE100 sponsoring employers
Had wins covering £60 billion of liabilities and over 300,000 members
Download our 2024 Risk Transfer Report
Our eight annual risk transfer report provides a comprehensive analysis of the pensions bulk annuity market.
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We’re proud to be long-standing members of the PPF+ Advisory Panel and to bear the new PPF Trustmark. The Trustmark recognises our specialist knowledge, collaborative working with the PPF, and commitment to delivering the high standards of service set by the PPF
Michael Abramson, Partner - Hymans Robertson
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The information contained does not constitute advice and should not be considered a substitute for specific advice.
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