Bradley Burk
Member of the Appeals, Discretions and Operations Committee. Member of the Asset and Liability Committee.
Why be a Trustee?
I have worked in HSBC’s investment banking unit for over 19 years accruing broad experience in the capital markets and an understanding of pension dynamics and risk. I was seeking an opportunity to give back to firm and people I care deeply about, and the role of trustee ticked all those boxes. Being a trustee has exceeding my expectations by opening my eyes to the broad challenges we face in governing such a large and diverse scheme. It has been an amazing opportunity to work to with a diverse, talented and dedicated group of fellow trustees.
My Priorities
I firstly want to ensure that new and younger members fully appreciate both the importance of contributing to scheme. The power of tax efficient saving and compounding returns over many years is so important to our colleagues future financial security, and it should not be overlooked. HSBC’s pension offering is incredibly generous both in terms of matching and cost compared to the rest of the UK corporate pension market, and I want to encourage our colleagues to take full advantage of these benefits in securing their futures.
Fair outcomes for all of our current, deferred and pensioner members are another of my priorities. Our colleagues entrust the Scheme with their financial futures, so I want to ensure the scheme is efficiently and effectively administered, and we deliver fair and just outcomes to members within the bounds of the Scheme rules.