Alae Laghrich appointed new chairman of PME’s Executive Board

On 6 November, the PME Board appointed Alae Laghrich as chairman of PME’s Executive Board. He succeeds Eric Uijen, who will step down as chairman after more than 10 years, but remain involved in the fund.  

Alae Laghrich has been PME’s key risk management officer since 2021 and an executive director since 2022. As chairman of the Executive Board, he will now be responsible for strategy, governance, communication, PA/PR and pension policy and administration. The PME Board has appointed a new key risk management officer and is still looking for a new executive director.  

Alae Laghrich: ‘I’m grateful for the trust that the board is placing in me. It’s an honour and hugely inspiring to start working for our industry as chairman. All our members and employers are working on products and solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. I look forward to leading the implementation of PME’s strategy in the coming years. The introduction of the new pension scheme currently has the highest priority. Our members must be able to benefit from the new pension system as soon as possible. In addition, we at PME will continue to focus on investing for a good pension. This starts with achieving a good financial return. We’ll continue to do this by taking into account risks and costs in a responsible and sustainable manner.’ 

Eric Uijen will remain involved in the fund. In the coming period, he will focus fully on the successful implementation of the new pension scheme. Together with the administrative organisation TKP, PME aims to transition to the new scheme on 1 January 2027. 

Alae Laghrich: ‘I’d like to express my admiration for my colleague Eric Uijen, who has worked diligently for PME for many years and set a clear course. I’m pleased that he’s fully focused on the careful implementation of the new pension scheme. The scheme calls for a new approach to our services, in which clear, reliable and personal guidance and communication towards our members and employers is central. I believe it’s valuable that we can continue to count on his expertise.’