In the context of pensions, a member who has left service or opted out and is currently entitled to a deferred pension in an occupational pension scheme (www.practicallaw.com/8-107-6900). Not an active member (www.practicallaw.com/A35772) or a current pensioner member (www.practicallaw.com/5-107-6987). Deferred members are also known as early leavers (www.practicallaw.com/6-206-5954).