Case Study

Ten Day Completion is Record Time

In this typical assignment, completed in record time, we advised the employer and trustees on the provision of contingent assets to reduce the PPF levy.

We prepared the guarantee and supporting documentation and gave our opinion to the trustees. We also carried out the formalities required by The Pension Protection Fund and assisted in the annual recertification process. 

The training session was very good – pitched just right in terms of our knowledge levels.

Trustee - Pension Scheme

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