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I would rate this service a zero if I could. They are efficient when it comes to receiving payments, but the nightmare begins when you try to withdraw funds at retirement age. It feels like I'm going in circles with their administrative issues. A special mention to the supervisor from claims who seemed too preoccupied to address their mistakes. I was assured of an annual payment starting January each year for the next six years, but my funds are now stuck in a simple cash account. How hard can that be to manage? After management changes, my funds were moved from one company to another, but the original agreement has not been honored, and I'm left chasing payments again. I plan to wait a week before escalating this to higher authorities. My pension fund may be small, but I am determined and dislike unfulfilled promises. A representative from Customer Operations apologized for delays and confirmed my yearly income was set up for January 2024. Yet, here I am again facing more issues. Now, I've received a generic apology stating they are 'looking into it.' This service is poorly managed, filled with bureaucracy, and shows little regard for its customers. If you're seeking a reliable company, look elsewhere. The agreed drawdown for six years should require nothing more than a simple bank transfer, as was done last year.
It has been over three months since I started the process of setting up a beneficiary pension following a bereavement. Thankfully, I am not in immediate need of these funds, but it’s concerning to think about those who might be. At no point was I informed that this would take such a long time. During one of my many follow-up calls, I was told it could take 6-8 weeks, yet here I am, over 12 weeks later. Each time I call, I find myself transferred between numbers, often waiting at least 20 minutes, with no one taking accountability or explaining the delays. Emailing the bereavement team also proved frustrating, with response times of at least two weeks. Some messages were sent via a secure service, but the links didn’t work, forcing me to navigate through indirect links just to access the information. I lodged a complaint about the delay two weeks ago, and it took a week just to receive acknowledgment. The distinctions between the two companies involved remain unclear and poorly communicated. Overall, I am shocked that such a company can function in today's environment. It seems to lack a customer-centric approach. My experience has been limited, but if you have dependents and want your pension to support them after your passing, I strongly recommend considering transferring to a different provider while you still can.
Attempting to get a plan paid out has been a challenge. The staff seemed robotic, providing inconsistent information about it being with the back office and marked as a priority. I requested to speak with a supervisor, and surprisingly, the person I was speaking to suddenly became one. Overall, it felt like the staff were eager to end the call rather than assist me.
Like many others, I faced a delay in drawdown. Fortunately, a representative from customer care reached out and took swift action to resolve the issue—thank you! I recognize that recent budget rumors have caused an unexpected surge in demand. While the communication gap has understandably raised concerns, my experience has been positive overall. After being with the company for over 30 years, I have consistently appreciated the growth returns and professionalism of the customer service team. I believe higher management should engage more with staff during busy times to better understand the work environment. Overall, it's a commendable company with dedicated frontline staff, and management should reflect on their role.
I reached out to the company to transfer a pension pot in late August, and it has taken until now (3.5 months later) for the transfer to be finalized. I received no updates unless I called to follow up. I hope the communication and service improve moving forward.
I was one of many customers experiencing a delay in drawdown. Thankfully, a representative from customer care reached out and expedited the process. I understand that recent budget rumors created a surge in demand. While communication has been lacking, my main concern for my pension investments was security and returns, which the company managed well.
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