Provider comparison
NOW: Pensions vs Aviva
Side-by-side comparison from the PerkIQ directory. Cover, pricing, regulator status, and fit at a glance.
Category
Pension & Retirement
Pension & Retirement
Best for
Employers of different sizes
Businesses of all sizes
Pricing model
On request
On request
UK presence
UK master trust
UK insurer
Regulator
Master trust authorised by The Pensions Regulator
FCA and PRA regulated insurer (see FCA Register)
Strapline
NOW: Pensions runs a master trust for workplace auto-enrolment pensions.
Aviva offers workplace pensions for employers, including a group personal pension and a master trust, alongside group protection.
What's included
- Master trust. A trust-based workplace pension for auto-enrolment.
- now:u employer platform. Upload data and set up payroll in one place.
- Worker communications. Statutory communications and a worker app.
- Client relationship team. A dedicated team for employers.
- Group personal pension. A contract-based workplace pension for auto-enrolment.
- Aviva Master Trust. A trust-based workplace pension run by a trustee board.
- Group protection. Group life and income protection available alongside the pension.
- Direct or through an adviser. Available directly or through a financial adviser or broker.
At a glance
- Authorised by The Pensions Regulator
- Owned by Mercer
- now:u employer platform
- Worker app
- FCA and PRA regulated
- Group personal pension
- Master trust option
- Group protection available
Pick the right one with data, not a sales pitch
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