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Global M&A perspective- Culture matters: Early-stage, non-invasive cultural due diligence takes off

28 October 2009

An interesting development in our recent work is the increasing number of early-stage cultural due diligence assignments we are undertaking for clients.

Governance Matters UK archive

16 October 2009

Missed an edition of Governance Matters? Then check out our archive listing!

Governance Matters: Moving the goalposts - changes to TKU

16 October 2009 - Rachel Brougham

The Pensions Regulator is preparing to issue an update of the Trustee Knowledge and Understanding (TKU) Code of Practice. In this edition of Governance Matters we look at the main changes to the Code of Practice and comment on the implications for...

Careful talk saves money

15 October 2009 - David Wreford

Most organisations believe they can increase both the efficiency and the effectiveness of their pay strategies by doing things a little differently. But unless these organisations take a highly targeted approach to the way they apportion the pay...

Human Capital 2010: Retaining key talent

15 October 2009

As economic recovery heats up the competitive landscape, companies must hold onto top talent – and keep talent engaged in the pursuit of organisational goals.

Human Capital Perspective - Volume 3, Issue 4, UK Edition

15 October 2009 - Christopher Johnson

View the latest UK edition of our Human Capital Perspective Newsletter.

A new normal for total rewards

14 October 2009

A reconsideration of the total rewards approach seems an appropriate strategy for 2010 financial planning and for the post-recession era. Indeed, what we call a “new normal” for rewards is on the horizon.

Investment media on demand

14 October 2009

Mercer is pleased to share a variety of media resources highlighting recent activities of Mercer's investment consulting business.

Melbourne Mercer Global Pension Index

14 October 2009

The Melbourne Mercer Global Pension Index comparing the pension systems of 11 countries across five continents has been launched. The Index, produced by the Melbourne Centre for Financial Studies and Mercer, provides a comparison of 11 retirement...

Green opportunities: Which way to turn?

13 October 2009 - Emma Hunt

The drivers for environmental opportunities are stronger than ever. We are seeing an unprecedented swell of political will and social acceptance of environmental issues, and climate change in particular. Technological advancements are making new...

Microfinance – effective diversification with social benefits?

13 October 2009 - Brian Minns

Microfinance is the provision of small loans to entrepreneurs to help them establish or expand a small business. The loans are provided by microfinance institutions (MFIs) that also frequently provide associated services such as savings accounts,...

Responsible investment newsletter: Issue 13

13 October 2009

Mercer's Responsible Investment Update, is a global review highlighting important new resources and reports about microfinance, RI in Canada and Asia and green opportunities.

Personal Accounts and new employer duties: Library

8 October 2009

The proposals in the Government's 2006 White Paper on Personal Accounts, the aim of which is to introduce "soft compulsion" into workplace pension provision, are gradually coming to fruition.

Tax changes for high earners in the United Kingdom

6 October 2009

United Kingdom - the 2009 Budget and subsequent Finance Act have introduced a raft of measures that will increase the tax burden of high income individuals. Over the current and next tax year there will be increases to the top rate of tax to 50%,...

Salary budget planning in the UK - Mercer Salary Indicator (MSI)

30 September 2009

Mercer's Salary Indicator (MSI) is a snapshot survey that covers the latest compensation and rewards trends in the UK. The survey is carried out on a quarterly basis and the results from each quarter can be viewed here.

Spotlight on alternatives

30 September 2009 - Tim Gardener

Our mini-site on alternative investments contains a variety of articles on hedge funds, private equity, real estate, commodities, currency and more, written by Mercer Investment Consultants around the globe.

Mercer's European Executive Remuneration Perspectives

28 September 2009

We are pleased to present our latest Executive Remuneration Perspective publication. This edition provides an overview on what to do to measure business performance.

Global Health & Benefits Perspective - Issue 3, 2009

25 September 2009

Welcome to Mercer's Global Health & Benefits site and to the 3rd edition of our 2009 perspective newsletter. This publication contains articles of interest to multinational clients and prospects written by Mercer's thought leaders around the world.

MercerVision 2009: Pensions de-risking - Navigating the new landscape

25 September 2009

A MercerVision live television conference on pensions de-risking was broadcast over the internet to almost 200 delegates in nine locations throughout the UK. The conference, which took place on 10 September, was transmitted from the studios of the...

Building personal accounts - designing an investment approach

24 September 2009 - Simon Pearse

The Personal Accounts Delivery Authority (PADA) discussion paper “Building personal accounts – designing an investment approach” provides a timely update on the defined contribution (DC) investment market along with an insight of where it could be...

Maximizing compensation management effectiveness in Europe

24 September 2009

We are pleased to introduce Mercer's new report, 2008 Compensation Management in Europe. This report has stemmed from increased interest from European organisations in compensation - not only in how much to pay, but also on how to pay.

The human capital agenda in EMEA

24 September 2009

In the last few years, significant changes have taken place in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). On this dedicated site, Mercer consultants present today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities based on recent research, interviews with...

Round up of Pensions from around the world - September 09

21 September 2009 - Anne Bennett

A round up of Pensions from around the World, including Germany, Japan, Ireland and the Netherlands. September 2009.

Flex - How to get started

16 September 2009 - Paul Ashcroft

Organisations want to get the most from their investment in people, and flexible benefit programmes have grown up around the belief that they will help employers achieve that goal. The first and critical step in considering whether to implement...

Getting ready for the change to the minimum pension age

16 September 2009 - Richard Wyatt

The Finance Act of 2004 legislated that the minimum age of entitlement for a pension is 55. The impact of this change will be realised over the forthcoming months as it will affect how a scheme is administered and the decisions that members,...

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