Future focused insights
7 minutes
Avoiding the trap of trapped surplus
The recent consultation from The Pensions Regulator (TPR) on the draft DB funding code provides us with the next iteration of the development of TPR’s…
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5 minutes
Top 10 lessons for securing good outcomes during valuation negotiations
Reaching agreement on a valuation outcome between the trustees and the sponsor of a large defined benefit (DB) pension scheme is without doubt a complex…
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5 minutes
Good administration, the backbone of pensions
A lot has been written about how to achieve good outcomes for members of defined benefit (DB) pension schemes. A strong employer covenant, well-managed investments…
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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.
270k
members
£47
billion assets
320+
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
27/04/2023
Simon Langworthy appointed Chief Commercial Officer
Brightwell, the end-to-end service provider for defined benefit schemes, has appointed Simon Langworthy as Chief Commercial Officer and promoted Andy Whitelaw to Deputy Head of…
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03/04/2023
Brightwell announces the appointment of Denise Le Gal and Kevin Troup as non-executive directors
Brightwell, the end-to-end service provider for defined benefit schemes, is pleased to announce the appointment of two non-executive directors to its Board – Denise Le…
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03/04/2023
BT Pension Scheme Management launches as Brightwell opening its pension management capabilities to other defined benefit pension schemes
First third-party client announced as the EE Pension Scheme (EEPS) BT Pension Scheme Management Limited, (“BTPSM”) the primary service provider to the £47bn BT Pension…
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