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  • About Phoenix Life

    At Phoenix Life we want to make sure you have all the information you need at your fingertips. In this section you will find details about our company, including a timeline of our company history and details on the transfers and mergers that have happened in recent years.

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    About Phoenix Life

    At Phoenix Life we want to make sure you have all the information you need at your fingertips. In this section you will find details about our company, including a timeline of our company history and details on the transfers and mergers that have happened in recent years.

  • Customer centre
  • Customer centre

    We want to make it easy for you to find everything you need, when you need it. The customer centre is where we’ve gathered the information, links and contact details you need to manage your pension, amend your policy, change your personal details and get in touch.

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    We want to make it easy for you to find everything you need, when you need it. The customer centre is where we’ve gathered the information, links and contact details you need to manage your pension, amend your policy, change your personal details and get in touch.

  • Retirement centre
  • Retirement centre

    There’s a lot of information out there about routes to pension and retirement planning, so we know it can feel stressful and overwhelming. It doesn’t have to. Our simple to follow guides and tools will help you figure out where you want to be and how to get there.

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    There’s a lot of information out there about routes to pension and retirement planning, so we know it can feel stressful and overwhelming. It doesn’t have to. Our simple to follow guides and tools will help you figure out where you want to be and how to get there.

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  • Planning your future

    Wherever you are in life, you’ll be making some important financial decisions. In this section we will provide you with useful information and suggestions of where you can get further details.

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    Planning your future

    Wherever you are in life, you’ll be making some important financial decisions. In this section we will provide you with useful information and suggestions of where you can get further details.

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You choose your path, we’ll be right there with you

The important thing about creating a plan for retirement is that it’s all about you. Once you’ve got the information you need and you’ve considered all the options, the decision is yours to make. But you’re not alone — we’ll be right beside you, with help and information every step of the way.
  • Setting out

    When you’re just beginning to think about retirement, you need all the information and support you can get. Our easy-to-understand tools and guides are a good place to start.

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  • Life after work

    When you’re planning it can help to think about the lifestyle you’d like to have once you stop working. Our simple planner helps you consider all your spending and work out the income you’ll need.

    Plan my retirement

  • Planning your progress

    This easy to use checklist will help you keep track of your retirement planning journey, and make sure you’re doing everything you can to reach your goals.

    Plan my progress

  • Retirement options

    There are lots of different ways to access your pension when the time comes. Take a look at your retirement options and see which one seems right for you.

    See my retirement options

Pensions guidance and advice

It’s always a good idea to speak to someone impartial when you’re making big life choices like retirement plans. Pension Wise at MoneyHelper offers free impartial guidance on the retirement options available to you. If you don’t already have a financial adviser you’ll find someone local to you on Unbiased.

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Phoenix Life Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.  Phoenix Life Limited is registered in England No. 1016269 and has its registered office at: 1 Wythall Green Way, Wythall, Birmingham, B47 6WG.

Phoenix Life CA Limited is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Phoenix Life CA Limited is registered in England No. 959082 and has its registered office at 1 Wythall Green Way, Wythall, Birmingham, B47 6WG. Phoenix Life CA Limited uses the Phoenix Life brand under licence.

Standard Life International dac is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Standard Life International dac is a designated activity company limited by shares and registered in Dublin, Ireland (408507) at 90 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin D02 F653

Phoenix Customer Care is a trading name of Phoenix Customer Care Limited, registered No. 03315193 and Pearl Customer Care Limited, registered No. 03947540. Both maintain their registered office at: 1 Wythall Green Way, Wythall, Birmingham B47 6WG. Phoenix Customer Care Limited and Pearl Customer Care Limited are Introducer Appointed Representatives of:

National Friendly Financial Solutions, a trading name of National Friendly who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.