Barnett Waddingham, the UK’s leading independent firm of actuaries, has been appointed as actuaries, administrators and consultants to the Staff Superannuation Fund of Palmer and Harvey and its adhered subsidiaries.
Palmer and Harvey is the largest delivered wholesaler in the UK employing 3,500 staff. The company has a wide customer base serving small independent retailers through to large retail multiples with a wide range of products, including tobacco, confectionary, chilled and frozen food, as well as alcohol and soft drinks.
Paul Jayson, Partner, Barnett Waddingham, said:“Everything we do is centred around giving our clients the best possible support based on their specific circumstances. We aim to be practical and focus on what is important rather than wasting time and money on endless analysis. We look forward to building a productive relationship with the Trustees of the Palmer and Harvey Pension Scheme.”
Jim Glover, Director of HR at Palmer and Harvey and Chairman of the Trustee Board, commented:“We assessed various actuarial providers and felt that Barnett Waddingham provided a high quality service and value for money. Their proactive approach, particularly in relation to working with the Trustees, gives us confidence in their abilities to understand our needs and support our requirements.”
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