Pensions Investment and Research Consultancy

Pensions Investment Research Consultants (PIRC) is Europe's leading independent corporate governance and shareholder advisory firm. Founded in 1986, the company provides proxy research, voting services, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) data to institutional investors, particularly pension funds. PIRC specializes in analyzing corporate behavior, executive remuneration, and sustainability practices to help investors exercise their ownership rights and fulfill fiduciary duties. While the firm monitors and provides research on companies within the healthcare and biotechnology sectors, it is a financial services consultancy rather than a life sciences entity. Its work is central to the UK and European investment landscape, often advocating for increased corporate transparency and accountability.