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Retirement

Five investment strategies, best-in-class net returns and a single all-in fee — so every member can shape the retirement they want.

Five investment strategies

A personal choice of strategy for every member

As careers progress, financial objectives evolve — POLARIS lets each member select the strategy that best fits their goals and risk appetite.

Growth strategy — Early career
Early career
Growth strategy

A growth-oriented allocation for members with a longer horizon to retirement.

Expected p.a.
5.50%
Historic actual p.a.*
6.00%
Cumulative
+54.8%
Risk & return profileHigh

Members can switch strategy twice a year, every year until retirement, at no cost.

* Actual returns are net of all fees; annualised over 7.5 years (Jan 2019 – Jun 2026). Dynamic strategy results are simulated prior to 2023; Cash strategy results from 2024 onwards. Past performance is not a guide to future returns.

Established 2010 · 15+ years

At a glance

A multi-employer, open-ended provident fund delivering optimal pension outcomes through best-in-class results.

€35m+
in assets
€25m currently and €35m+ after committed transfers*
2,000+
members
across the private sector
110+
participating employers
from SMEs to blue-chip groups
€6m+
annual contributions
€4.5m currently and €6m+ after committed transfers*

* Includes transfer-ins not yet completed.

Individual strategy choice

Each member picks the strategy that fits their goals.

Best-in-class returns

Ranked #1 vs. competitors in every strategy.

Low expense ratio

One transparent all-in fee, no hidden charges.

Advanced online platform

Manage everything online, 24/7.

Safety of assets

Ring-fenced, separate legal entity, EU-bank custodian.

Member benefit

Get a loan from Polaris

Members can borrow against their balance for medical, property and education needs.

Up to 45%of your accumulated balance, for Medical, Property and Education needs

Your full balance keeps growing

The loan is not deducted from your account, so you keep earning returns on 100% of your balance.

Fast, efficient process

Apply online or via the Help Desk — applications assessed in under 10 working days.

Competitive interest rates

A low, transparent annual rate with no hidden charges.

Automatic repayment

Monthly instalments deducted directly from your salary.

Apply online in minutes

A simple, fully online application

No forms to print, no appointments. Manage the whole process from your Polaris account.

  1. 1
    Log in to the portal

    Open the Loans section in your Polaris account.

  2. 2
    Choose your amount & term

    Borrow up to 45% of your balance and see your repayment instantly.

  3. 3
    Submit & track online

    Assessed in under 10 working days — no paperwork, no branch visit.

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