Expert Webinar with Metzler Pension Management GmbH

Description

The American Chamber of Commerce in Germany e.V. and Metzler Pension Management GmbH are looking forward to welcoming you to our upcoming Expert Webinar on “De-Risking Corporate Pensions: Is a Pension Buy-Out Right for Your Company?“.

As companies continue to navigate a complex environment of M&A activity, restructuring and strategic transformation, legacy pension liabilities are increasingly becoming a factor in corporate decision-making. At the same time, changing interest rates, longevity trends and administrative complexity can create significant long-term risks for companies sponsoring defined benefit pension plans.

For many companies, the question is no longer simply how to manage pension obligations – but whether they should continue to carry the associated risks on their balance sheet at all.

This is where de-risking comes into play: from targeted measures to gradually reduce specific risks to a full transfer of pension liabilities through a Pension Buy-Out, companies have a broad spectrum of options to consider.

In this Expert Webinar, Metzler’s specialist on Pension Management, Christian Remke, will explore with you this spectrum and discuss how companies can identify the approach that best fits their individual circumstances.

What can you expect?

• Why pension liabilities can become a strategic and financial challenge for companies
• How a Pension Buy-Out works and what the process involves
• When a Buy-Out can make strategic sense – including in the context of M&A, restructuring and corporate transactions
• Key financial, regulatory and operational considerations
• Practical insights into evaluating whether a Buy-Out is the right solution for your company

Meet our speakers

Christian Remke, Spokesperson for the Management Board, Metzler Pension Management GmbH With 35 years of experience in corporate pensions and pension risk management, Christian brings extensive industry expertise and a deep understanding of the evolving pension landscape. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in driving innovation and developing new approaches to pension solutions. His broad experience provides valuable insights into the strategic considerations and practical solutions available to corporates when managing and de-risking pension liabilities.

Christian Freiherr von Buddenbrock, Partner, DLA Piper UK LLP As a Partner at DLA Piper, Christian specialises in advising on occupational pension matters, with a particular focus on employment law and insurance regulatory law. He advises both employers and pension product providers on a wide range of pension-related issues. Chrisitan also advises companies on all aspects of occupational pensions in the context of M&A transactions, bringing extensive experience in navigating the legal and regulatory considerations that arise in these situations.

Speakers

• 
  Christian Freiherr von Buddenbrock
  Partner
  DLA Piper UK LLP
• 
  Christian Remke
  Spokesperson for the Management Board
  B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG