Podcast

Future of DC pension design, delivered today - Pensions and retirement conference 2025

calendar icon 14 May 2025

Key topics discussed

  • The role of hybrid models, personalised guidance, and data-driven insights in shaping the future of DC pensions.
  • How scheme design and innovation can improve financial outcomes for diverse workforces.
  • Practical steps for providers and employers to build more inclusive and financially secure retirement solutions.

This special edition of “Hymans Robertson On…” explores the future of DC pension design, recorded live at our Pensions and Retirement Conference 2025.

In this session, Kathryn Fleming, James Smith, Eve Reid, and Matthew Blakstad share their insights on what it takes to create more flexible and inclusive retirement options. From hybrid models and personalised guidance to smarter data use and innovative scheme design, the conversation covers the critical shifts needed to improve outcomes for millions of savers.

With practical ideas and strategic reflections, this discussion offers a clear view of what can be done now to build a brighter financial future for all.

If you’d like to follow up on anything discussed, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Hymans Robertson disclaimer

This podcast has been prepared by Hymans Robertson LLP, and is based upon our understanding of events as at release date. It is designed to be a general summary of topical investment matters and is not specific to the circumstances of any particular employer or pension scheme. The information contained in this podcast should not be construed as advice and not be considered as a substitute for specific advice as the information is generic in nature. Where a podcast refers to legal matters please note that Hymans Robertson is not qualified to provide legal opinion and therefore you may wish to obtain independent legal advice to consider any relevant law and/or regulation. Hymans Robertson LLP accepts no liability for errors or omissions. Your Hymans Robertson LLP consultant will be pleased to discuss matters raised in this podcast in greater detail. Guests views are separate to that of Hymans Robertson.

The information provided in this broadcast is not financial advice. Past performance is not a guide to the future. Please note the value of investments, and income from them, may fall as well as rise. This includes but is not limited to equities, government or corporate bonds, derivatives and property, whether held directly or in a pooled or collective investment vehicle. Further, investments in developing or emerging markets may be more volatile and less marketable than in mature markets. Exchange rates may also affect the value of investments. As a result, an investor may not get back the full amount of the original investment. Past performance is not necessarily a guide to future performance. 

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Speakers

Kathryn Fleming
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Kathryn Fleming

Partner and Head of DC Consulting

James Smith
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James Smith

Client Director, Hymans Robertson Personal Wealth

Matthew Blakstad

Matthew Blakstad

Director of Analysis and Insights, Nest

Eve Read (1)

Eve Read

Senior Director, Smart Pension

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