Standard Life appoints Tom Chalkley to support growth in workplace pensions

Standard Life has appointed Tom Chalkley (pictured) as business development director in its workplace new business team.

In his new role, Chalkley will lead relationships with employee benefit consultants, helping employers and trustees access Standard Life’s workplace pensions expertise and support better outcomes for savers.

He joins Standard Life from Isio, where he built a career advising employers and trustees on defined contribution pensions, wider savings and financial wellbeing.

He previously worked at KPMG Pensions before it became Isio, having joined the business 15 years ago.

Steph Coventry, head of new business at Standard Life, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Tom to the team. He brings a wealth of experience across workplace pensions and a deep understanding of the consultant market.

“His expertise and relationship-led approach will be a real asset as we continue to support employers, trustees and advisers and build trusted partnerships across the market.”

Chalkley said: “Standard Life has a strong reputation in workplace pensions and a clear focus on helping employers and advisers support better outcomes for savers.

“I’m excited to join the team and look forward to working closely with consultants and clients to bring that expertise to more workplace pension schemes.”