Mercer has retained a key superannuation administration mandate – that of industry fund, Media Super.
Media Super is understood to have opted to continue with Mercer as its administrator following a review of its requirements and a receipt of expressions of interest.
It is understood the renewed mandate has been extended to include the Mercer Multi-Manager Funds within Media Super’s International Share investments, valued at $1.25 billion.
The future of superannuation policy remains uncertain, with further reforms potentially on the horizon as the Albanese government seeks to curb the use of superannuation as a bequest vehicle.
Superannuation funds will have two options for charging fees for the advice provided by the new class of adviser.
The proposed reforms have been described as a key step towards delivering better products and retirement experiences for members, with many noting financial advice remains the “urgent missing piece” of the puzzle.
APRA’s latest data has revealed that superannuation funds spent $1.3 billion on advice fees, with the vast majority sent to external financial advisers.