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Activate your ambition Mentoring and Development Programme

Programme at a glance  Develop, connect, advance

PMI's Mentoring and Development Programme offers mentors and mentees the opportunity to develop their skills, expand their network, and take the next step in their pensions career.

The programme is proudly sponsored by People's Partnership and delivered in collaboration with The Institute of Leadership (IoL).

The programme is for PMI members who want to grow in their careers, whether by receiving guidance as a mentee or by sharing their expertise as a mentor.

Benefits  Who is it for?

The programme is designed for early‑career and returning PMI members seeking guidance as mentees, as well as senior PMI senior members looking to share their expertise, and support the next generation as mentors.

  • For mentees

    For student and junior PMI members, those returning after a career break, and anyone looking to build confidence, gain new skills, or progress within the pensions industry.

    • Gain personalised guidance to support your career goals and professional growth.
    • Build new skills and industry knowledge through practical learning.
    • Earn professional recognition, including a Certification of Membership and IoL Associate status.
    • Access exclusive IoL resources during the programme and for 12 months after.
    • Boost your professional profile by sharing insights through articles, webinars or podcasts.

  • For mentors

    For senior PMI members (APMI, FPMI, EPMI) who want to share their expertise, support new professionals, expand their network, or gain fresh leadership insight through mentoring.

    • Boost your professional reputation by sharing your expertise and being recognised as a leader.
    • Strengthen core leadership skills including communication, active listening and mentoring.
    • Grow your network by connecting with like‑minded industry peers.
    • Support emerging talent and make a lasting contribution to the next generation.
    • Gain professional recognition and IoL benefits, including AIoL status and access to ongoing learning resources.
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How it works  Programme structure

The PMI Mentoring and Development Programme is a 12-month opportunity designed to support both mentors and mentees in a way that works for you, at your own pace, in a format that fits your schedule. It’s structured yet flexible, giving you the tools to build a meaningful mentoring relationship.

  • Duration: 12 months. 
  • One-to-one sessions with mentor: Minimum of six throughout the year.
  • Meeting frequency: At least one meeting every two months, with additional sessions scheduled at the pair’s discretion (format and timing flexible).
Matching
  • Each mentor is paired with one mentee for the full year, with pairings based on application responses, to ensure a good match.
  • The first introductory call includes the mentee’s manager to align expectations and goals.
Development and Learning
  • Mentee requirement: All mentees must complete the IoL ‘My Leadership Programme’, covering at least 10 components, including self-awareness.
  • Mentor opportunity: Mentors can opt in to complete the‘My Leadership Programme’ as well (approximately 15–20 hours for 10 modules, though time may vary based on prior knowledge and learning styles).
  • Resources: Participants receive free access to The Institute of Leadership’s (IoL) library of videos, articles, webinars and other learning materials. 
  • Programme guide: Participants are given a PMI workbook outlining key dates and guidance for the 2026/27 programme.
  • Virtual touchpoints: PMI will organise six virtual calls throughout the year featuring external guest speakers covering mentoring best practices and key topics in the pensions sector, relevant for both mentors and mentees. 
  • Ongoing monitoring: PMI will track progress throughout the programme and receive monthly engagement reports from IoL on mentee participation in ‘My Leadership Programme’.
All participants are expected to:
  • Maintain an active PMI membership for the duration of the programme.
  • Join at least three of the six virtual calls with external guest speakers.

Download the programme workbook

PMI Mentoring And Development Programme Workbook 2026 2027
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