Benefits of the Equity Pension Scheme
Enjoy clarity in your retirement with the Equity Pension Scheme (EPS)
Let Chester Rose guide you through the often confusing world of automatic enrolment and workplace pensions. Since 2012, new legislation mandated that under certain circumstances, including when you work for a production company, you would be auto-enrolled into a Workplace Pension Scheme of their choice. This can lead to a confusing array of different pension schemes, making it difficult to manage your retirement savings effectively.
Simplify with the Equity Pension Scheme
You can’t entirely avoid automatic enrolment, but you can enjoy greater clarity by choosing the Equity Pension Scheme (EPS).
The Equity Pension Scheme is the only industry-wide pension scheme that all UK employers in the performing arts will contribute to if you are engaged on a qualifying contract. This includes work in theatre, television, film, and radio.
Key Benefits of the EPS:
- Freedom of Choice: Unlike auto-enrolment schemes, you have control over your pension with EPS.
- Broad Coverage: Coverage for work undertaken across theatre, television, film, and radio.
- No Equity Membership Required: Any performer can join EPS, regardless of Equity membership.
- Favourable Contributions versus Auto Enrolment: Underpinned by the historic agreement with Equity, scheme members benefit from greater contributions from employers.
- EPS Contributions: Start from day one of your performing contract, based on your engagement, episode, or weekly fee.
Join the EPS Today!
How to Join the Equity Pension Scheme:
- Click here to submit the form
- You’ll receive your EPS Membership Number shortly after registering.
Make the smart choice for your retirement. Join the Equity Pension Scheme today!