Retirement: pension or lump sum - or both?
Retirement savings can be paid out on retirement either in full or in part as a lump sum or as a lifelong pension.
Ordinary retirement age in the Syngenta Pension Fund at present is 65 for men and women. Early retirement is possible from the age of 60. On retirement, the retirement savings may be converted into a pension and taken in whole or in part as a lump sum.
Retirement can be taken in one or more steps (partial retirement).
FAQ
How is the level of the variable retirement pension calculated?
The retirement savings accumulated at the time of retirement are converted into a retirement pension using the conversion rate. The Syngenta retirement pension consists of a basic retirement pension and the variable retirement pension. The guaranteed basic pension is determined on the basis of the conversion rate determining the basic pension. In addition, the target pension is determined on the basis of the conversion rate for determining the target pension.
How is the variable pension determined?
The variable pension is determined annually according to the following scheme, depending on the funding ratio as well as the basic and target retirement pensions calculated at the time of retirement:
What conversion rates apply?
The conversion rate is based on the age at the time of retirement. The table below shows the conversion rats at age 65 from 2023 onwards.
Is it possible to pay extra contributions to make up for a reduced pension?
If you retire before the age of 65, it is possible to pay extra contributions to make up for the reduction in pension resulting from early retirement.
What are the conditions for a partial retirement?
In the case of partial retirement, the employment contract must be reduced by at least 30 percent. Partial retirement is only possible with the agreement of the employer.
What benefits do I receive in the case of partial retirement?
The retirement savings are split in line with the reduction in the level of employment. The capital selected for the partial retirement may be converted into a pension. It is also possible to take it wholly or in part as a lump sum.
When does a lump-sum option have to be registered?
The Pension Fund must be notified of the decision to opt for a lump sum payment three months before retirement at the latest.
Why is the spouse’s signature needed in the case of a lump-sum payment?
If a lump sum is taken, the co-insured pension of the spouse is also reduced with the retirement pension.
More information
Download the file 'Regulations of Syngenta Pension Fund' and refer to 'Flexible retirement, Art. 11'