Workplace Thought Leadership Team
"We're passionate about making pensions, saving and investing as easy to understand as we can, so that everyone can make the most of their money."
Our Workplace Thought Leadership Team are experienced financial journalists and writers. They use their insight and experience to develop topical and engaging content about workplace pensions..
They also have a wider team behind the scenes, including our pension and tax experts.
Articles by Workplace Thought Leadership Team
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How quality private market opportunities could improve outcomes for pension savers
Public markets are the backbone of DC investing. Even so, recent market swings have prompted employers and advisers to look for diversification that can better support members’ long-term returns.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamApril 28, 2026
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Make the most of salary sacrifice pensions before 2029
Changes to salary sacrifice pensions are coming in 2029. While the benefits they offer to employees and employers will still ring true, there are some important implications to consider.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamApril 21, 2026
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Middle East conflict market commentary
On 28 February 2026, US and Israeli military operations in Iran set in motion a new phase of geopolitical uncertainty.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMarch 09, 2026
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How to help employees choose a retirement option that works for them
When faced with multiple retirement options, many employees are unsure of what to choose. Fortunately, with the right tools and support, there are plenty of ways you can help employees decide what’s best for them.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamOctober 30, 2025
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Flexibility vs. security: how do we help employees balance their retirement income needs?
Insights show that people want both flexibility and security when taking their pension savings. At a recent round table with Corporate Adviser, we discussed how we can best support members in getting that balance right.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMarch 24, 2025
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Members' responsible investing priorities in 2024
What members' answers to our Responsible Investing Viewpoint 2024 survey told us about their views and priorities.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamNovember 25, 2024
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Video Q&A: How our financial wellbeing support is helping members make the most of their money
Watch our Q&A with Amy Johnson, Head of Member Proposition at Standard Life and Jason Green, Chief Commercial Officer at Benefits Guru and FTRC, who talk all things financial wellbeing.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamSeptember 16, 2024
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How to translate responsible investing jargon for your members
Help your members get to know their pensions better with our guide to responsible investing terms.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJuly 04, 2024
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How a financial wellbeing programme helped Howdens boost more than just pension engagement
By adopting Standard Life’s financial wellbeing programme as part of their pension scheme restructure, Howdens saw more than just a boost to engagement levels. Find out how.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJune 26, 2024
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5 ways Money Mindset can help employees make sense of their money
Money Mindset does much more than just support employees with their workplace pension – it can help them make sense of their whole financial world. Find out how.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMay 08, 2024
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How to use data from your pension provider to shape your employee benefits strategy
Are your employees saving enough for retirement? Here's how Client Analytics can help you understand who’s on track to meet their retirement goals.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMarch 20, 2024
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How to help your employees feel more positive about their finances in 2024
The new year is a great time to help your employees look at their finances with a fresh perspective. Follow our top tips to help boost their financial positivity levels in 2024.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJanuary 17, 2024
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Beware the 'finfluencer' hype: what employees need to know and how employers can help
As finfluencers start filling up people’s social media feeds, is what they’re saying too good to be true? Here are the key pitfalls that employees should watch out for – and what employers can do to help reduce the risk of misinformation.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamOctober 24, 2023
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Midlife MOTs: how employers can support staff through their middle years
The midlife phase has become even more important to employees’ wellbeing, career and retirement prospects.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamOctober 10, 2023
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How to get your financial wellbeing programme started in 3 simple steps
We know that poor financial wellbeing can make it hard for people to focus at work. Watch our video guide to kick-start your financial wellbeing programme in three simple steps.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamSeptember 21, 2023
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3 key takeaways from our financial wellbeing roundtable with Corporate Adviser
How can we support employees with their financial wellbeing and what role do digital tools play? Read or watch our Corporate Adviser roundtable roundup to discover more.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 30, 2023
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How financial education can support employees throughout their financial lives
It’s unlikely your employees were taught how to save, budget, or invest. Here are 3 ways employers can boost financial education in the workplace.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 22, 2023
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Member views on responsible investing – discover the latest insights
People care that their pension is invested responsibly. But strength of feeling about some issues is changing. Discover how people feel about responsible investing.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 16, 2023
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How technology could help employers deliver and measure a financial wellbeing programme
How do you know if your financial wellbeing strategy is a success? Technology like open finance and AI could help reveal the answer.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 16, 2023
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How to join up your financial and employee wellbeing strategies
Looking to build both a financial and employee wellbeing strategy? Combining the two could be an effective way for employers to deliver a holistic benefits package.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJuly 06, 2023
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How employers can help employees avoid pension scams
Employees may be more worried about their finances these days, so they may be more vulnerable to pension scams. Here’s how employers can help employees keep their pension savings safe from scammers.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJuly 05, 2023
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Why talking about money can help boost employee financial wellbeing
Employers may be able to help people's financial anxieties by normalising conversations about money concerns in the workplace.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJune 13, 2023
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How to build a financial wellbeing strategy that supports employees
Having a financial wellbeing strategy is fast becoming a must-have rather than a nice-to-have. Read our article to find out how to build one.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMay 30, 2023
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Help your members cut through the jargon to discover the potential power of their pension
A jargon buster to help members understand sustainability, ESG, stewardship, ethical and Net Zero.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamApril 14, 2023
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How a financial wellbeing strategy can benefit employers
Having a financial wellbeing strategy can help employees feel better about their finances – and it could have a positive impact on the wider business too.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamApril 12, 2023
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Why we support the Living Wage Foundation’s efforts to tackle pensioner poverty
Without intervention, many people will unknowingly be forced into poverty when they retire. The Living Pension standard will help more workers build up a pension pot that will provide enough income to meet basic everyday needs in retirement.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMarch 29, 2023
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With UK inflation higher than expected and interest rates now at 4.25% what’s ahead?
UK inflation higher than expected and interest rates increased to 4.25%. What’s still to come? Read our outlook to find out more.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMarch 23, 2023
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Why do so many of us feel overwhelmed by pensions?
If half of us feel overwhelmed by the amount of information on pensions, it is little wonder people might lack confidence in making decisions about their retirement. Targeted education and communication is therefore vital.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamFebruary 24, 2023
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How attitudes towards saving and retirement vary by age, gender and ethnicity
To understand more about diversity, equity and inclusion in pensions, we spoke to the Economic Co-operation and Development about their recent report, Diversity, equity, and inclusion in asset-backed pensions .
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamFebruary 17, 2023
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How to boost diversity, equity and inclusion in pensions systems
As societies change and become more diverse, it is vital that pension systems also adapt. It is therefore important to understand the potential influences on people’s ability and willingness to save for retirement, if we are to uncover how pension systems can be more inclusive.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamFebruary 17, 2023
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Are UK interest rate rises coming to an end?
With UK interest rates now at 4%, are they close to their peak? Read our outlook for inflation, interest rates and markets.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamFebruary 02, 2023
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UK inflation and interest rates – what lies ahead in 2023?
With UK interest rates now at 3.5%, what lies ahead in 2023? Read our outlook for inflation and interest rates.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamDecember 15, 2022
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What the UK’s economic challenges mean for long-term savings and consumer behaviour
Paul Johnson CBE, Director at the Institute for Fiscal Studies, discusses the UK’s economic challenges and how this may affect people’s retirement plans.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamNovember 25, 2022
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What's next for UK interest rates?
What’s next for UK interest rates following the biggest hike in decades? We share our thoughts on the Bank of England’s guidance and outlook.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamNovember 04, 2022
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How to embed diversity, equity and inclusion into your organisation
Embed diversity, equality and inclusion into your organisation.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamOctober 24, 2022
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Q&A: Ross Willmott, HO Business Development at Standard Life
Recently appointed Head of Business Development, Ross Willmott tells us about his career so far and why he's excited about the future at Standard Life.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamSeptember 16, 2022
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Cost of living pressures - tackling feelings of shame and embarrassment
Employers may be able to help people's financial anxieties by normalising conversations about money concerns in the workplace.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamSeptember 14, 2022
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Responsible investing - what members want and care about most
How do members really feel about sustainability and responsible investment? Find out the results of our latest study.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 30, 2022
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Responsible investing - meeting the needs and preferences of all your members
Members have a range of responsible investing needs and preferences – how can you meet the needs of all? Find out how we can help.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 30, 2022
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Responsible investing - gender and generational differences
Do female and younger members care more about investing their pensions responsibly? Read the results of our latest study.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 30, 2022
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Cost of living pressures: the impact on people’s financial plans
UK inflation has hit a 40-year high, and an increasing number of people are concerned about the financial impact of higher energy and fuel prices.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamAugust 12, 2022
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Addressing the digital divide
Find out what we’re doing to help pave the way for a more digital-savvy future
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJuly 25, 2022
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What the UK pensions industry can learn from Australia
Australia's superannuation sector is the fifth-largest pension system in the world, and can provide valuable lessons to the UK.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJuly 21, 2022
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Pensions dashboards – your questions answered
By providing people with a consolidated view of all their pensions, the government dashboard could improve people’s engagement with their pensions.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJuly 19, 2022
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Online scams – why young people may be more at risk
Younger people may be more exposed to online scams due to their interest in high-risk investments and use of social media.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJune 21, 2022
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What financial information do women and men want most?
Life events can profoundly affect employees' mental and physical wellbeing – and their ability to plan financially. Targeted information can help.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamJune 07, 2022
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Why 2-in-5 people are not confident they’re saving enough for retirement: research findings
Research by Phoenix Group Insights finds more than two-in-five people in the UK are not confident they will have enough savings to support themselves in later life
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMay 12, 2022
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Pension dashboards – will they boost user engagement?
To understand more about the challenges that may lie ahead for dashboards in the UK – but also the opportunities to boost user engagement and retirement planning – read about the lessons learnt from the Swedish pension dashboard.
Workplace Thought Leadership TeamMay 09, 2022
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DB surplus in focus: resilience, realism and certainty
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Private assets in DC pensions - looking beyond the label
The UK’s largest pension providers are already introducing private assets into DC scheme portfolios. But as adoption grows, so too does the risk of treating them as a single, uniform allocation. We look at why the details matter for member outcomes.
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Rethinking financial wellbeing: from pensions to personal finance
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