Are you a creative communications professional, with the technical ability to turn business lead ideas into effective, impactful communications? Could you be our next Communications Consultant? Find out more here: phoenixgroupcareers.co.uk/fi…
"Alongside optimising our in-force business, and M&A, our organic strategy is to deliver sustainable growth.
We’ll achieve this by meeting the evolving needs of our existing customers and acquiring new ones"
Andy Briggs MBE, Group CEO
This afternoon we were delighted to host the Financial Services Advisory Board meeting at our Edinburgh office, co-chaired by the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon and the Scottish Financial Enterprise Chairman, Jim Pettigrew @scotgovFM @ScotFinEnt
We've had a very strong performance in the first half of 2022 despite the challenging macro environment.
We have delivered a record set of financial results and made excellent progress delivering on our financial framework of cash, resilience and growth.
Our colleagues from Standard Life Assurance knitted 63 beautiful poppies as a tribute to the incredibly brave 63 men who worked at Standard Life and fought in the First World War. #RemembranceDay2018@PoppyScotland
Are you looking for a new role where the numbers and rewards really add up? We can provide you with the opportunity to make the most of your accounting skills & build your knowledge in a unique setting, with the UK's largest closed life fund consolidator - applications.phoenixgroupcar…
Are you a senior #IT leader responsible for creating, setting and shaping IT architecture and business strategy for large, complex organisations? We could have the perfect opportunity for you at The Phoenix Group! Find out more about the role here - applications.phoenixgroupcar…
To celebrate National Air Ambulance Week our colleagues took part in the annual Phoenix Mile, where we encourage them to run or walk a mile around the grounds to raise funds for the amazing @MAA_Charity and @LDNairamb
“Why is this good deal for the Phoenix Group? We believe it to be immediately and significantly accretive” Clive Bannister, Chief Executive Officer of the Phoenix Group – thephoenixgroup.com/media/up…
Never in doubt… Tony has done it!! 24 marathons in just 1 month. What an inspiration this man is!
Tony ran a total of 628.8 miles and managed to finish 2 days ahead of schedule – raising 427% over his target for @samaritans.
Sterling work, Sir!
During this #COVID19 social crisis we applaud the heroic efforts of @age_UK & charities helping those who are most #vulnerable. We’re donating £1million to contribute to these organisations’ relief efforts. Thank you for your tireless work. #wecarebit.ly/39JRj4J
A huge thank you to @PhoenixGroupUK for donating £500K to our appeal.
With their support, we can continue to provide reliable practical support, immediate help (with things like food parcels), information and advice, and friendship. 💜
We are excited to announce our new corporate charity partnerships with Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance and Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. They will join our existing partnerships and we are very proud to sponsor the amazing work they all do @scotambservice @HIOWAA
We partnered with @MAA_Charity and @LDNairamb back in 2014 and have supported their valuable work ever since. Over the past four years we have raised over £690,000 for these fantastic charities. #wecare#fundraising
After pedalling 328 miles across the country, our cyclists completed their impressive charity challenge, arriving back at our Wythall office this afternoon. What a great effort to raise funds for our charity partners. Well done everyone! @MAA_Charity@LDNairamb@ScotAirAmb
We are looking for a Risk Analyst to provide support to our Internal Model Risk Management Actuary; helping to ensure that our Life Actuarial team complies with the relevant requirements of our RMF, Model Governance Policy and Internal Model Standards - applications.phoenixgroupcar…
Do you have experience managing strategic suppliers within the #FinancialServices industry? We are on the hunt for new Relationship Managers to join our Commercial Partnerships team - applications.phoenixgroupcar…
#ThrowbackThursday to our fantastic staff summer party last week at our offices in Wythall. From fairground rides to watching the World Cup on the big screen, there was something for everyone!
And he’s off!
The first of 24 marathons for Tony begins today and we hope you can all join us in wishing him the very best of luck.
Running one marathon is tough, but 24 in one month is beyond imaginable.
The whole of Phoenix Group are behind you. GO!
cc @samaritans
Are on the look out for a new solutions architect role? We are on the hunt for Business Definition Managers (Actuarial Systems) to act as a key interface between actuaries and accountants within the business and developers. Find out more here - applications.phoenixgroupcar…
First Minister @NicolaSturgeon, DFM @JohnSwinney, @citylordmayor Nicholas Lyons & @citypolicychair Chris Hayward met at our Standard Life office in Edinburgh today, to discuss shared priorities incl. international competitiveness & sustainable economic growth.
@ScotGovFM
Did you know Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance were called to 72 Cardiac emergencies in 2018 – 22% of their total callouts? SCAA paramedics visited our Edinburgh office to teach colleagues the life-saving skills they need to be CPR-ready. #wecare@ScotAirAmb
It's bike week, and today a team of passionate cyclists embarks on a huge challenge: commuting from Edinburgh to Wythall in 3 days to raise funds for our charity partners @LDNairamb@ScotAirAmb@MAA_Charity. Look out for updates on their journey! @WeAreCyclingUK
We thought #CarersWeek would be a good time to talk about our new company-wide initiative!
‘Caring for Carers’ launches with a brand new partnership with @CarersUK
Read more > thephoenixgroup.com/news-vie…
Chair of the Carers Network Linda Black attended an event at Parliament which raised awareness of working carers in the UK and the challenges they face. This was a great opportunity to raise awareness for carers and meet other carers across the UK @CarersUK#CarersWeek
We're delighted to have donated over £1m to @LDNairamb and @MAA_Charity since 2014.
Our colleagues have raised money through a range of activity including sponsored sleep outs, abseiling, cycling, sky diving, three peaks challenges and runs.
Super result, team!
Celebrating six wonderful years with @PhoenixGroupUK. Thank you for all you've done to help save lives in London. Thrilled to feature you on our aircraft. Read more here: ow.ly/UJHJ50EOetS
Our brave cyclists continue their three-day commute from Edinburgh to Wythall to raise funds for our charity partners, tackling the challenging Kirkstone Pass under grey skies this morning – well done team! @LDNairamb@ScotAirAmb@MAA_Charity@WeAreCyclingUK#bikeweek
Earlier in December, Phoenix won 'Insurer of the Year' at the first ever Insurance Asset Management Awards. Judges praised the successful integration of our acquisitions, cash generation achievements and $500m Tier 2 bond issuance which took place in July- bit.ly/2BWrzoS
We’re proud to have won the National Workplace Wellbeing Award at the 15th Annual Chamber Business Awards. We’re thrilled that our passion for wellbeing at Phoenix has been recognised out of the hundreds of entries. Thank you @Chamber_awards@facebook@aviva#Chamberawards
The Pension Scams Industry Group (PSIG) has appointed Tommy Burns as deputy chairman, building on Tommy’s ongoing commitment to raising awareness of pension scams and protecting our customers’ savings in his role at Standard Life Assurance: part of the Phoenix Group. @combatscams
We're celebrating #Pride month here at Phoenix Group by updating our logo to the Phoenix Pride version.
We're a diverse and inclusive organisation and hope this message shows we're supportive of people irrespective of sexual orientation, race, gender, age or social background.
We have an exciting opportunity within our Group #Actuarial function in Central London, working as part of a growing team on the Group Solvency position, efficient utilisation of capital & the delivery of management actions to enhance shareholder value -applications.phoenixgroupcar…
Are you interested in working for a Top Employer supporting high profile projects within a growing FTSE 250 company? We are recruiting two Project Analysts for 12 Month Fixed Term opportunities within our Operational Change team. Find out more here - applications.phoenixgroupcar…
We’re delighted to announce our #wellbeing partnership with @livingstreets, a charity that aims to create a better walking environment across the nation and inspire people to walk more. We look forward to working together on a variety exciting initiatives throughout 2019.
2021 was a pivotal year for us.
With record cash generation, a resilient balance sheet and record growth, we are well positioned as a growing, sustainable business to deliver our purpose and strategy.
More here: thephoenixgroup.com/investor…
Good luck to all colleagues running in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival this weekend. Look out for our graduates taking part in Sunday’s marathon relay and #fundraising for our #charity partner Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance #wecare#emf@ScotAirAmb
Today Andy Briggs, our CEO and the Government’s Business Champion for Older Workers, will join a virtual panel event to explore how companies should adapt their culture to make use of the skills of an experienced workforce #LongevityLeaders@longevityleader
Situated at the heart of Scotland's capital, our Edinburgh office boasts superb views, with many overlooking Princes Street Gardens, the Meadows and Edinburgh Castle. Find out more of what this thriving office has to offer: phoenixgroupcareers.co.uk/ou…#careers
Last Friday we announced the proposed acquisition of the majority of Standard Life Assurance, and the entry into a new strategic partnership with Standard Life Aberdeen. We asked Phoenix Group CEO, Clive Bannister, for his view on the announcement -
Not your standard office...
Our office in Wythall, Birmingham, boasts 240,000 sq ft and is set within 42 acres of parkland.
and yes, that is a football pitch - right on site ⚽
Great to hear our CEO Andy Briggs feature in the Financial Mail on Sunday, sharing his vision for the Phoenix Group, and the growth of our Open business, and supporting organisations to de-risk defined contribution pension schemes.
See the article here:
dailymail.co.uk/money/market…
Our friends at London’s Air Ambulance, Phoenix's corporate charity partner, shared these 30th birthday pics with us. We’re proud to support @LDNairamb and the vital work they do across the capital
We are looking for an aspiring "#actuary of the future" to join our talented actuarial team in Wythall, a vital part of both our day-to-day and longer-term strategic successes. Find out more here - applications.phoenixgroupcar…
We’re looking forward to hearing from our Group Customer Director, John McGuigan, at tomorrow’s ABI webinar where he’ll discuss how we have supported our customers through these challenging times and how we’ll continue to adapt in response to Covid-19. @BritishInsurers
We're navigating the opportunity for longer lives for the first time in human history.
Nobody has all the answers, but the first step is to ask the right questions.
Together we can help you prepare for the career and retirement you want.
Let's talk #LivingLonger.
Round of applause please…
Tony has competed 10 of his 24 marathons in aid our new UK charity partner @samaritans and has so far raised £1,299 which is 259% over his target!
260 miles in 13 days – what an absolute superstar.
Just 14 more to go, Tony 😉
Well done to team Basingstoke who successfully completed ‘Alistair’s Ramble’ - a 28 mile walk from Salisbury to Winchester in memory of a dear colleague. The ramble was their way of remembering Alistair and raising funds for the @HIOWAA and @DementiaUK. #wecare#fundraising
✍️ Today we are delighted to announce the acquisition of Sun Life UK, a closed book UK life insurance company for cash consideration of £248 million.
The acquisition is subject to regulatory approvals and is expected to complete in Q1 2023.
We're pleased to have completed a £460 million bulk annuity deal with the Marks and Spencer Pension Scheme covering a further portion of its pensioner members. Read more here: bit.ly/2JBsRtC
Today we enter a new agreement that simplifies our strategic partnership with Standard Life Aberdeen. Phoenix will acquire the Standard Life brand, accelerating growth and enabling us to better support customers as they journey to and through retirement. bit.ly/2NVoqNF
Announcement 📢
We're partnering with @rest_less_uk, a digital community for people over 50, as part of our age diverse recruitment strategy.
Working to recruit, retain and retrain older workers is a vital part of our mission to help people secure a life of possibilities.
Proud moment 🙌
We are delighted to have been recognised as a Top 75 Employer in the @socialmobilityf’s Employer Index 2021.
Accelerating social mobility is an important cause to us at Phoenix Group. We urge fellow employers to take part in 2022.
#SMFIndex21
Our Edinburgh office has castle views – perfect for watching the Edinburgh Festival Fireworks on 26 August. We’ve invited our charity partners to celebrate their achievements with a bang – as well as 25 lucky colleagues picked from a prize draw.
Our Wythall colleagues took part in the annual Phoenix Mile, where we encourage them to run or walk a mile around the grounds to raise funds for our charity partners, @MAA_Charity and @LDNairamb. #wellbeing#worldwellbeingweek
A big well done to our Standard Life colleagues who braved the cold weather and joined #SleepInThePark, a wonderful event organised by @SocialBite to raise funds to end homelessness in Scotland. What a great effort! #wecare
Our Chief Investment Officer, Michael Eakins, introduced our latest research with @PPI_Research at today’s launch event. Why did we sponsor this research? Watch to find out. #PPILaunch
Tomorrow we will be launching our sponsored report with the @PPI_Research – Engaging with ESG: Climate Change. We’re really looking forward to sharing the findings and leading discussions on these important issues #PPILaunch
We have today announced the proposed acquisition of the majority of Standard Life Assurance, and the entry into a new strategic partnership with Standard Life Aberdeen - otp.investis.com/clients/uk/…
We couldn't hold our Holiday at Home event for older people onsite this year, so instead we arranged for @Bean47coffee to create 70 afternoon teas for delivery to over-65s in our Wythall community. #communitymatters#keepingintouch
Every hour of every day, our charity partner @samaritans is there to listen.
This year we're supporting their #247 awareness day by sharing their SHUSH listening tips to help us to be there for one another.
We're delighted to have completed the acquisition of Standard Life Assurance with the growth opportunities the ongoing Strategic Partnership with Standard Life Aberdeen plc will provide. We extend a warm welcome to our new colleagues joining Phoenix. bit.ly/2C8ELbA