Course Objectives

Pension schemes are long-term promises built on trust, sound governance, and prudent decision-making.
Regulators, sponsors, and members are placing increasing expectations on boards and governing bodies to demonstrate effective oversight, strong controls, and clear accountability.
At the same time, pension organisations face a complex environment of market volatility, demographic change, regulatory reform, climate risk, and technology disruption.
Traditional governance approaches based on informal practices, legacy structures, and minimal documentation are no longer sufficient to meet modern standards or protect member outcomes.
This intensive 5-day programme equips participants with the principles, frameworks, and practical tools required to strengthen corporate governance across the pension industry.
Through case studies, simulations, and structured exercises, delegates will learn how to design and operate governance arrangements that are effective, proportionate, and aligned with regulatory expectations.
Participants will leave with a realistic governance improvement roadmap tailored to their schemes, organisations, and regulatory context.

Who Should Attend

Chairs of trustees and pension boards responsible for scheme governance and strategic direction. Risk, audit, and governance committee members overseeing internal control and assurance frameworks. Senior managers in finance, HR, risk, and corporate affairs who support pension governance and decision-making. Operations and client relationship leaders responsible for delivering services under governance and service agreements. Legal, actuarial, investment, and governance advisers supporting boards and sponsors on governance matters.

Prerequisite Courses

None


Course Overview

Corporate Governance Principles and the Pension Industry Context