Services

Defined Benefit Plans

To support our clients and consultants, the Defined Benefit Solutions Group (DBSG) is a resource that guides RVK’s consulting practice for pension plans. The DBSG is dedicated to conducting ongoing research on best practices, trends, regulatory developments, and thought leadership impacting defined benefit plans for public and private entities.

Pension plans face a highly unique environment with many single-employer corporate plans experiencing funded status gains, prompting opportunities for risk-transfer. Regulatory relief for multi-employer plans has led to a windfall, but with strict regulatory guidelines for which RVK helps clients navigate. Our consulting teams—serving approximately 100 defined benefit plans, supplemented by the DBSG’s specialized focus—provide strategic advice to pension plan clients.

Examples of completed initiatives include:

  • Special Financial Assistance (SFA) Guidance and Solutions for Eligible Multi-Employer Plans
  • Navigating Asset Allocation Restructuring ahead of Pension Risk Transfer
  • Liability Driven Investment Solutions & Glide Path Implementation for Single-Employer Plans

We look forward to serving you!