Aviva Clarity: in more detail
Our video explains more about our streamlined de-risking process, how it works and why it could be the right choice for your members.
Transcript for video Aviva Clarity
The UK’s Defined Benefit de-risking market continues to grow with transaction volumes on the rise. As demand increases, competition for insurer capacity intensifies – and smaller to mid-sized schemes may find access to the market more challenging at times.
That’s where Aviva can help. We bring deep experience supporting pension schemes of all sizes on their journey to de-risking.
Aviva Clarity is our streamlined solution – designed to deliver a quicker, more efficient, yet fully robust de-risking process. It’s built primarily for schemes with liabilities of up to £100m and standard benefit structures, helping improve access to market without compromising on quality or certainty.
We’ve made requesting a quote straightforward by using a standardised template that allows trustees to share scheme data and benefit details quickly and confidently.
From there, we commit to these clear, dependable outcomes:
A prompt review of your request – so you’ll know quickly whether we’re able to quote.
Quotes delivered within the timescales agreed at the outset.
Robust data and benefit templates that support automated validation and detailed, accurate pricing.
Access to our dedicated team of highly experienced pension professionals to guide you at every step.
And, for schemes ready to move at pace, our fast-track finalisation process supports an efficient straight-to-buy-out journey.
Throughout that process, you’re backed by our comprehensive library of guides and factsheets – giving you and your members a shared understanding of key actions, milestones, and outcomes on the journey to buy-out.
Here are four reasons why Aviva could be the right choice for you and your members.
With over 20 years in the market and over 650 BPA transactions of £100m or less, we bring the insight, scale, and expertise to support your scheme with confidence.
Our robust, efficient process supports a smooth end-to-end journey. You and your members get full access to expert guidance from our UK-based teams – and with over 325 years of helping people safely plan for their futures, Aviva is a name your members know and trust to provide a secure home for their pensions.
We know how important it is for members to feel supported during the transition into a successful retirement. Our online portal gives access to policy information, financial education tools, and holistic wellbeing support. And, when it really matters, our highly trained contact teams are there to provide a personal, first-class service.
Aviva maintains a strong and resilient financial position, consistently exceeding regulatory requirements and holding very favourable ratings from leading agencies. That strength gives you long-term confidence in our ability to meet commitments and safeguard your members’ pensions.
Helping schemes look ahead with confidence
Learn more about how we can improve your schemes access to market with Aviva Clarity. Our brochure, aimed specifically at trustees and financial advisers, covers everything from the types of schemes we accept to exactly how our streamlined process works and our capability to support your de-risking ambitions.
Why choose a bulk purchase annuity with Aviva?
Alongside our years of experience and specialist expertise in the BPA market, here’s how we could be the right choice for you and your members.
A provider you can really trust
We’re trusted by many. We service over 1.2 million UK annuities and pay around £3.5bn of annuity benefits to members every year.
A solution for years to come
With an estimated Solvency II ratio of 203% as of 31 December 2024, our meticulous approach to sourcing assets means our annuities provide reliable cashflow for years to come.
Solutions that understand you
Understanding our customers is what we do best. We listen to your objectives, obligations and risks to create solutions that are the perfect fit for you and your members.
Changing things for the better
Shaping a better world is at the heart of everything we do. In fact, with £18 billion invested, we're one of the largest investors in UK infrastructure, helping build schools and health centres, and developing sustainable energy. So that whatever the world faces, we're ready for it in the UK.
Our financial strengh
Aviva’s strong financial strength and ability to pay obligations to policyholders has been recognised by global credit rating agencies, including S&P, Moody's and AM Best, who have independently assigned investment grade financial strength ratings (AA- / Aa3 / A+) to rated entities.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to prepare the scheme’s data before sending it to Aviva?
Yes. We generate our quotes based on the data and benefits you provide in our data template, so it’s expected that the data is prepared and checked before it’s sent to us. It doesn’t need to be perfect, as there’s time for fine-tuning later down the line, but it’s better to have done most of this before we get started.
Can Aviva Clarity be tailored specifically to the scheme?
We know there’s no such thing as completely standardised benefits. We can cater for a wide range of scheme features, but ultimately there might be some schemes we’re unable to provide a quote for.
What if the data changes after the annuity is set up?
We understand changes to member data like postcodes, deaths and transfers out is always expected. Small changes to premiums up to 5% will simply result in a premium adjustment. We’ll need to re-price the transaction for anything over 5%.
Are price locks available?
Yes, they’re available for schemes of any size.
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