LEGAL AND GENERAL ASSURANCE SOCIETY LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2021
90Good
0.2vs last year
#889 in UK
#199 in Financial Services
#417 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00166055
Registered Address
One Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AA
Status
Active
Employee Count
0
Turnover
£1,086,000,000
EBITDA
£727,000,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
1 April 1920
Nature of Business
65110 - Life insurance
Industries
Financial Services, Professional Services
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
30 days
Shortest Period:5 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
91%
31-60 Days
6%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms4%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2022-12-20
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202124 Sept 20212991%6%3%3%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202024 Sept 20213092%5%3%4%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201905 Jul 20191494%4%2%2%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201805 Jul 20191493%5%2%2%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201828 Jul 2018998%1%1%2%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

5 / 14 / 28 days - standard length is 30 days for most suppliers

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

n/a

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Divisional contacts within the business liaise directly with suppliers to resolve issues, with Accounts Payable being the main contact for queries regarding unpaid invoices / late payment etc.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

Legal and General Assurance Society Limited (L&G) is a British insurance company that provides a range of financial products and services. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in London, with operations in the UK, US, and Europe.

One of L&G's key activities is providing life insurance, including term life, whole life, and critical illness cover. They also offer pension plans, investment products, and general insurance such as home and car insurance. In addition, L&G has a large asset management division, managing investments for both individuals and institutions.

L&G is committed to sustainability and has a strong sustainability program in place. They have set ambitious targets to reduce their carbon footprint, increase their renewable energy usage, and improve their waste management practices. They also have a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion within their workforce.

The company's key people include Nigel Wilson, Group CEO, and Jeff Davies, Group CFO. L&G has a team of over 9,000 employees who are dedicated to providing excellent customer service and delivering sustainable growth for the company.

For customer inquiries, L&G can be contacted through their website or by phone. Their website, www.legalandgeneral.com, provides information about their products and services, as well as an online portal for managing policies and investments. Their registered office address is One Coleman Street, London EC2R 5AA, United Kingdom.

In summary, Legal and General Assurance Society Limited is a leading insurance company in the UK, offering a wide range of financial products and services. They are committed to sustainability and have a strong focus on diversity and inclusion within their company. With a dedicated team and a strong online presence, L&G is well-equipped to serve its customers and continue its growth in the financial services industry.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£207,000,000
Net Worth
£8,171,000,000
Total Current Assets
£211,263,000,000
Total Current Liabilities
£203,363,000,000

Company Location