Future focused insights
5 minutes
Pensions review – which way for DB?
As the pensions review gets underway, there’s one section of the market that’s out of scope – defined benefit (DB) schemes. The terms of reference…
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7 minutes
The journey to net zero
Four years on from setting a 2035 net zero goal for the BT Pension Scheme, what progress has been made and what have we learned?…
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5 minutes
What does a new Labour government mean for the pensions sector?
During the election campaign, pensions was a hot topic. But the focus was squarely on the state pension with the Triple Lock and ‘Triple Lock…
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Unparalleled expertise
“We work hand-in-hand with schemes to develop tailored solutions that align with schemes’ individual objectives.”
Morten Nilsson | CEO, Brightwell
Innovation
and disruption
At Brightwell, we’ve innovated and disrupted inefficient industry practices.
We understand what it means to manage a complex defined benefit (DB) pension scheme as we have a long history of managing the BT Pension Scheme (BTPS), one of the largest private sector pension schemes in the UK.
Our approach focuses on finding solutions to industry challenges, collectively owning problems, and collaborating for the long-term.
We’re proud of everything we’ve delivered for BTPS, and, in recent years, we’ve invested heavily to improve the service we provide to the Scheme and its members including the introduction of new administration and investment and liability platforms.
We’ve insourced, innovated and disrupted inefficient industry practices and, in doing so, learned how to do things better. We’re excited to now be able to offer our services to a select group of partners who, like us, want to provide high-quality service to members and sustainable funding and investment solutions.
260k
members
£36
billion assets
340+
employees
Figures show BTPS members and assets managed by Brightwell.
We are
Brightwell
Working with Brightwell, schemes can leverage expertise, innovation and market-leading technology to improve quality, value for money and outcomes for members.
Unique perspective & partnership mentality
DB schemes share a common set of challenges. Through our market-leading work in support of BTPS we understand these challenges better than anyone.
We are not driven by short-term profits or selling products. We focus on building lasting, mutually beneficial and transparent working relationships with our partners.
Strong expertise & senior team
We have a highly-experienced and skilled team who have a track record of working through complex challenges backed up by innovative technology and a strong support infrastructure.
Our partners have access to Brightwell’s senior team, who are truly aligned to the needs of members, trustees, and sponsors.
A middle ground between outsourcing and retaining an in-house team
Partnering with Brightwell allows schemes to benefit from experience and skilled support whilst retaining control. It’s the best of both worlds – an adviser with the mindset of a pension scheme, and an in-house manager with third-party scale.
News & Events
15/11/2024
Brightwell: Mansion House speech a missed opportunity for the DB pensions sector
Commenting on the Mansion House speech on 14 November, Morten Nilsson, CEO, Brightwell said: “It’s disappointing that the Chancellor missed the opportunity to use the…
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11/11/2024
Brightwell comments on Mansion House speech speculation around defined benefit pension schemes
Commenting speculation regarding the upcoming Mansion House speech on 14 November, Morten Nilsson, CEO, Brightwell said: “Research we conducted with Trustees of pension schemes over…
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29/10/2024
Expert investor series – DB run-on: skills for success in the decumulation phase
UK defined benefit (DB) schemes are entering a new phase marked by improved funding levels yet increasingly negative cash flows as they shift from accumulation…
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