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Scottish Leather Group selects Standard Life to deliver new workplace pension scheme

Emma Furlonger said: “We're delighted to have been selected as their workplace pension provider and proud of how the transition has been delivered."

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Scottish Leather Group has moved its pension scheme to Standard Life, with members joining Standard Life’s Group Flexible Retirement Plan. 

The company worked with Broadstone to find a provider that could deliver strong governance, member support and digital tools, while making the switch simple for employees.

The process included a competitive tender and a visit from the Standard Life team to Scottish Leather Group’s Renfrewshire headquarters. 

To help with the change, Standard Life set up an employer microsite and sent out communications to members. 

Two Direct Offer Transfer Value exercises were also completed to help members consolidate their savings and get more involved in their pensions.

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Emma Furlonger, managing director of workplace and retail intermediary at Standard Life, said: “It was clear from the outset that Scottish Leather Group places a strong emphasis on its people, and we worked hard to demonstrate how our member-first approach and digital capabilities could help deliver the experience they were looking for.

“We’re delighted to have been selected as their workplace pension provider and proud of how the transition has been delivered. 

“The positive engagement from members reflects the collaborative approach taken by both teams.”

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Furlonger added: “We look forward to strengthening our relationship with Scottish Leather Group to support their employees throughout their retirement savings journey.”

Lesley Chalk, company secretary at Scottish Leather Group, said: “Throughout the selection process, Standard Life demonstrated a strong understanding of our business and our people, with a clear focus on helping members engage with their pensions and plan for the future. 

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“Their combination of personal service, digital capabilities and high-quality support gave us confidence they were the right partner, and our experience of working with the team since appointing them has only reinforced our decision.”

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David Pye, head of client development at Broadstone, said: “Scottish Leather Group had a long established scheme they were looking to improve on and were looking for a provider that could support its long-term ambitions for employee financial wellbeing while delivering a high-quality experience for members. 

“The review considered a range of providers and propositions, with a focus on service, governance, implementation capability and ongoing support. 

“Standard Life demonstrated a clear focus and commitment to member outcomes whilst understanding Scottish Leather Group’s objectives.”

Pye added: “We’re pleased to have supported Scottish Leather Group through the selection process and transition to this new partnership.”

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