We are currently partnering with an established Pension and Actuarial firm who have an interesting new role for a Pension Administration Systems Analyst to join a growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pensions professional with strong analytical and systems skills to play a key role in supporting and enhancing the pension administration platforms. Working closely with our pensions administration teams, you will help deliver system improvements, support data migrations, configure workflows and reports, and contribute to the successful implementation of new clients and projects. Key Responsibilities Act as a key liaison between the systems team and pensions administration teams, understanding user requirements and translating them into effective system solutions. Undertake data migrations for new clients. Manage data migrations onto the Pension Payroll system for new payroll clients. Maintain and improve implementation guidance, controls, processes and documentation. The right candidate will ideally possess the following attributes: Previous experience in a Defined Benefit (DB), Defined Contribution (DC), pensions administration or related role Strong understanding of pension administration processes and systems. Good knowledge of the data migration lifecycle and associated requirements. Experience using data migration tools and methodologies. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience of data migration software and tools would be advantageous. Working knowledge of SQL and/or VBA would be beneficial This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging projects, develop specialist pensions systems expertise, and contribute to the continuous improvement of services as well as the opportunity to join a supportive team environment that encourages professional development and values innovation, collaboration and excellence. If you are an experienced pensions professional with a passion for systems, data and process improvement this could be the ideal role for you. Please quote 52413 when calling Sarah at Alexander Lloyd or email them at . This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.
26/06/2026
Full time
We are currently partnering with an established Pension and Actuarial firm who have an interesting new role for a Pension Administration Systems Analyst to join a growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pensions professional with strong analytical and systems skills to play a key role in supporting and enhancing the pension administration platforms. Working closely with our pensions administration teams, you will help deliver system improvements, support data migrations, configure workflows and reports, and contribute to the successful implementation of new clients and projects. Key Responsibilities Act as a key liaison between the systems team and pensions administration teams, understanding user requirements and translating them into effective system solutions. Undertake data migrations for new clients. Manage data migrations onto the Pension Payroll system for new payroll clients. Maintain and improve implementation guidance, controls, processes and documentation. The right candidate will ideally possess the following attributes: Previous experience in a Defined Benefit (DB), Defined Contribution (DC), pensions administration or related role Strong understanding of pension administration processes and systems. Good knowledge of the data migration lifecycle and associated requirements. Experience using data migration tools and methodologies. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Experience of data migration software and tools would be advantageous. Working knowledge of SQL and/or VBA would be beneficial This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging projects, develop specialist pensions systems expertise, and contribute to the continuous improvement of services as well as the opportunity to join a supportive team environment that encourages professional development and values innovation, collaboration and excellence. If you are an experienced pensions professional with a passion for systems, data and process improvement this could be the ideal role for you. Please quote 52413 when calling Sarah at Alexander Lloyd or email them at . This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.
Senior Data and Pension Projects Specialist Certain Advantage is hiring for a Senior Data & Pensions Projects Specialist based in London. This role is on an initial 2-year contract basis and is hybrid, with a requirement to be onsite 3 days per week. The Role This role is for a dynamic Senior Data & Pensions Projects Specialist-someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You'll play a key role in delivering complex pension projects, managing critical stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the integrity of pension administration data across multiple schemes. You will be responsible for: Supporting the oversight and strategic development of the pension administration system (Compendia). Managing relationships with third-party system providers, and Information Risk Management teams. Delivering pension system enhancements, upgrades, and business critical projects. Producing and validating data extracts for actuarial valuations, benefit statements, and regulatory requirements. Ensuring compliance with pension legislation and reportable event requirements. Leading cross functional projects including pension dashboard delivery and system transformation initiatives. Providing coaching, support, and pension specific training to colleagues across the wider Data, Projects and Systems team. Driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of data quality and governance. The Individual Extensive pensions operations experience within an in house or third party administration environment. Strong knowledge of UK defined benefit pension schemes. Deep understanding of UK pensions legislation and regulatory requirements. Experience working with pension administration systems, ideally Compendia. Proven experience handling large volumes of sensitive pensions data. Pension qualifications such as PMI, CPC, or equivalent. Strong stakeholder management and supplier relationship skills. Excellent analytical and problem solving capabilities. The ability to balance detailed technical work with broader strategic objectives. Leadership, coaching, and influencing skills. A proactive, self starting approach and strong team ethic. Occasional travel to Krakow will be required (typically once per year).
24/06/2026
Full time
Senior Data and Pension Projects Specialist Certain Advantage is hiring for a Senior Data & Pensions Projects Specialist based in London. This role is on an initial 2-year contract basis and is hybrid, with a requirement to be onsite 3 days per week. The Role This role is for a dynamic Senior Data & Pensions Projects Specialist-someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You'll play a key role in delivering complex pension projects, managing critical stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the integrity of pension administration data across multiple schemes. You will be responsible for: Supporting the oversight and strategic development of the pension administration system (Compendia). Managing relationships with third-party system providers, and Information Risk Management teams. Delivering pension system enhancements, upgrades, and business critical projects. Producing and validating data extracts for actuarial valuations, benefit statements, and regulatory requirements. Ensuring compliance with pension legislation and reportable event requirements. Leading cross functional projects including pension dashboard delivery and system transformation initiatives. Providing coaching, support, and pension specific training to colleagues across the wider Data, Projects and Systems team. Driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of data quality and governance. The Individual Extensive pensions operations experience within an in house or third party administration environment. Strong knowledge of UK defined benefit pension schemes. Deep understanding of UK pensions legislation and regulatory requirements. Experience working with pension administration systems, ideally Compendia. Proven experience handling large volumes of sensitive pensions data. Pension qualifications such as PMI, CPC, or equivalent. Strong stakeholder management and supplier relationship skills. Excellent analytical and problem solving capabilities. The ability to balance detailed technical work with broader strategic objectives. Leadership, coaching, and influencing skills. A proactive, self starting approach and strong team ethic. Occasional travel to Krakow will be required (typically once per year).
Pensions Technical Specialist - DB Onboarding (Insurance) Location: UK (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits We're supporting a leading insurance provider as they continue to grow their bulk annuity and pension risk transfer business. As part of this, they are hiring a Pensions Technical Specialist to support the onboarding of Defined Benefit schemes into their insurance platform. This role sits at the critical point between trustees, consultancies and internal operations, ensuring schemes are accurately transitioned and data integrity is maintained from day one. Key responsibilities Lead technical validation of DB pension scheme data as part of onboarding activity Review benefit specifications, scheme rules and administration practices to ensure accurate interpretation within the insurance environment Identify and resolve data inconsistencies, benefit calculation issues and historical anomalies Work closely with onboarding, administration and actuarial teams to deliver smooth scheme transitions Support due diligence activity during buy-in/buy-out transactions Provide technical oversight and sign-off on scheme setup Key experience Strong DB pensions technical background (scheme rules, benefits, calculations) Experience in pensions administration, technical services or implementation/onboarding roles Good understanding of bulk annuity/risk transfer processes (desirable) Confident working with complex data and resolving inconsistencies Strong stakeholder engagement skills across trustees, consultants and internal teams Knowledge of pensions systems such as Hartlink, Administrator, Intellipen or similar Why join Direct involvement in high-profile bulk annuity transactions Growing insurance platform with strong deal pipeline Opportunity to move away from BAU admin into a more technical, project-based role Clear progression into senior technical or leadership roles
23/06/2026
Contractor
Pensions Technical Specialist - DB Onboarding (Insurance) Location: UK (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits We're supporting a leading insurance provider as they continue to grow their bulk annuity and pension risk transfer business. As part of this, they are hiring a Pensions Technical Specialist to support the onboarding of Defined Benefit schemes into their insurance platform. This role sits at the critical point between trustees, consultancies and internal operations, ensuring schemes are accurately transitioned and data integrity is maintained from day one. Key responsibilities Lead technical validation of DB pension scheme data as part of onboarding activity Review benefit specifications, scheme rules and administration practices to ensure accurate interpretation within the insurance environment Identify and resolve data inconsistencies, benefit calculation issues and historical anomalies Work closely with onboarding, administration and actuarial teams to deliver smooth scheme transitions Support due diligence activity during buy-in/buy-out transactions Provide technical oversight and sign-off on scheme setup Key experience Strong DB pensions technical background (scheme rules, benefits, calculations) Experience in pensions administration, technical services or implementation/onboarding roles Good understanding of bulk annuity/risk transfer processes (desirable) Confident working with complex data and resolving inconsistencies Strong stakeholder engagement skills across trustees, consultants and internal teams Knowledge of pensions systems such as Hartlink, Administrator, Intellipen or similar Why join Direct involvement in high-profile bulk annuity transactions Growing insurance platform with strong deal pipeline Opportunity to move away from BAU admin into a more technical, project-based role Clear progression into senior technical or leadership roles
About Us 3173 is a privately owned UK firm of pensions experts with clients throughout the UK, serviced from offices in London, Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. The 3173 Group of companies includes Dalriada Trustees Limited (Dalriada) one of the UK's largest professional pension scheme trustee companies. Spence & Partners provides full pension actuarial, consulting, investment consulting and administration services that provide simply smarter solutions for trustees, employers and members and Mantle: reimagines the traditional models of defined benefit pensions administration and actuarial valuation software. The 3173 Culture Our primary aim is to provide interesting, worthwhile and healthy careers for all our people; we believe that this emphasis sets us apart from our competitors. We are defined by our ethos and by our goal: Our ethos is an individual and collective commitment achieved through carefully balancing responsibility with freedom and flexibility, all of which is underpinned by a willingness to work interdependently. When we get this balance right, it is how we do our best work. We look after our staff first and foremost, but for a commercial purpose, which is to deliver great service profitably. By focusing on our goal, we provide the best outcomes for pension scheme members, trustees, and employers. About You The Support Analyst delivers first- and second-line technical support across the 3173 Group, enabling colleagues to work efficiently and securely. The role covers end-user computing, Microsoft 365 services, identity and access management, device provisioning, joiner/mover/leaver processes, and day-to-day technical troubleshooting. The IT Support Analyst works closely with internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers to meet service levels and continuously improve the user experience. Responsibilities & Criteria Service Desk Support (Incidents & Requests) Provide first-line and second-line support to colleagues across the 3173 Group via phone, email, in person and the ticketing system. Log, categorise, prioritise, and progress incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. Own tickets through to resolution, escalating to internal specialists or third-party suppliers when required, and documenting troubleshooting and actions taken. Maintain regular communication with users, providing timely updates and managing expectations throughout the request lifecycle. End-User Computing & Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve issues across Windows, printers and peripherals, mobile devices, and standard business applications. Support Microsoft 365 services (Office suite including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint), resolving configuration and user experience issues. Support approved third-party applications (e.g., Adobe), including installation, updates, and licensing queries. Troubleshoot connectivity issues (Wi Fi, VPN, MFA/access) and liaise with network and telecoms providers as required. Device Provisioning & Asset Management Build, configure, and deploy laptops and peripherals, ensuring devices are secure, up to date, and ready for use. Maintain accurate asset records (allocation, returns, warranties) and support stock control for IT equipment. Coordinate equipment shipping and returns, including labels and liaison with couriers and support teams. Joiners, Movers & Leavers (JML) Provision accounts, access, and equipment for new starters to ensure a smooth onboarding experience from day one. Process role changes and leavers promptly, following governance controls and removing access in line with policy. Create and maintain user accounts, groups, and licences across Microsoft 365 and related systems, applying least privilege principles. Identity, Access & Core IT Services Administer identity and access in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including password resets, MFA support, group membership, and licence assignment. Support email and collaboration services (Exchange Online, Teams, and SharePoint), including shared mailboxes, distribution lists, and access permissions. Support business systems used across Spence & Partners, Dalriada Trustees, Mantle, and other 3173 Group companies, coordinating with suppliers as required. Onsite Support & Travel Provide on-site technical support at other offices as required, including meeting room/AV setup and scheduled IT visits. Documentation, Continuous Improvement & Compliance Create and maintain knowledge articles and user guides to improve first time fix rates. Follow internal IT processes and controls, including access governance and joiner/mover/leaver workflows. Identify recurring issues and contribute to service improvement initiatives (e.g., standard builds, automation, supplier led fixes). Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience providing first-line/second-line IT support within a service desk or similar environment. Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows, laptops/desktops, printers, and common end user issues. Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Office suite including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint) and day to day user administration. Understanding of identity and access management in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including passwords, groups, and MFA. Excellent customer service, clear communication, and strong ticket ownership. Desirable Exposure to endpoint management (e.g., Intune) and standard build processes. Basic networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and Wi Fi troubleshooting). Familiarity with ITIL (version 4 & 5) practices (incident, request, change) and producing clear, accurate documentation. An interest in PowerShell or scripting to automate repeatable administration tasks. Experience working with third-party vendors and managed service providers. Circumstances Location: Belfast Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week with additional hours as and when required. All roles are subject to a six-month probationary period and all prospective employees are required to complete an Access NI check. As part of the pre hire process the successful candidate will be subject to reference checking security vetting. 3173 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applying with a disability or long term health condition? As part of our belief that we benefit from the differences among us we are committed to increasing the representation of disabled colleagues and want to remove any barriers or challenges that get in the way of candidates with a disability or long term health condition from applying to work with us. As part of this commitment, we guarantee to automatically interview anyone with a disability who meets the minimum criteria. If there is support or an adjustment that we can provide to enable you to be at your best during the recruitment and selection process, we encourage you to advise us in good time so that we may make suitable arrangements. We understand that being open with us may feel uncomfortable so please only share with us the information that you are comfortable to share, and rest assured that we will use this only to provide you with the right support. Any information you give us will be treated completely confidentially. To discuss this further please call and ask to speak to a member of the People & Culture team.
19/06/2026
Full time
About Us 3173 is a privately owned UK firm of pensions experts with clients throughout the UK, serviced from offices in London, Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. The 3173 Group of companies includes Dalriada Trustees Limited (Dalriada) one of the UK's largest professional pension scheme trustee companies. Spence & Partners provides full pension actuarial, consulting, investment consulting and administration services that provide simply smarter solutions for trustees, employers and members and Mantle: reimagines the traditional models of defined benefit pensions administration and actuarial valuation software. The 3173 Culture Our primary aim is to provide interesting, worthwhile and healthy careers for all our people; we believe that this emphasis sets us apart from our competitors. We are defined by our ethos and by our goal: Our ethos is an individual and collective commitment achieved through carefully balancing responsibility with freedom and flexibility, all of which is underpinned by a willingness to work interdependently. When we get this balance right, it is how we do our best work. We look after our staff first and foremost, but for a commercial purpose, which is to deliver great service profitably. By focusing on our goal, we provide the best outcomes for pension scheme members, trustees, and employers. About You The Support Analyst delivers first- and second-line technical support across the 3173 Group, enabling colleagues to work efficiently and securely. The role covers end-user computing, Microsoft 365 services, identity and access management, device provisioning, joiner/mover/leaver processes, and day-to-day technical troubleshooting. The IT Support Analyst works closely with internal stakeholders and third-party suppliers to meet service levels and continuously improve the user experience. Responsibilities & Criteria Service Desk Support (Incidents & Requests) Provide first-line and second-line support to colleagues across the 3173 Group via phone, email, in person and the ticketing system. Log, categorise, prioritise, and progress incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. Own tickets through to resolution, escalating to internal specialists or third-party suppliers when required, and documenting troubleshooting and actions taken. Maintain regular communication with users, providing timely updates and managing expectations throughout the request lifecycle. End-User Computing & Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve issues across Windows, printers and peripherals, mobile devices, and standard business applications. Support Microsoft 365 services (Office suite including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint), resolving configuration and user experience issues. Support approved third-party applications (e.g., Adobe), including installation, updates, and licensing queries. Troubleshoot connectivity issues (Wi Fi, VPN, MFA/access) and liaise with network and telecoms providers as required. Device Provisioning & Asset Management Build, configure, and deploy laptops and peripherals, ensuring devices are secure, up to date, and ready for use. Maintain accurate asset records (allocation, returns, warranties) and support stock control for IT equipment. Coordinate equipment shipping and returns, including labels and liaison with couriers and support teams. Joiners, Movers & Leavers (JML) Provision accounts, access, and equipment for new starters to ensure a smooth onboarding experience from day one. Process role changes and leavers promptly, following governance controls and removing access in line with policy. Create and maintain user accounts, groups, and licences across Microsoft 365 and related systems, applying least privilege principles. Identity, Access & Core IT Services Administer identity and access in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including password resets, MFA support, group membership, and licence assignment. Support email and collaboration services (Exchange Online, Teams, and SharePoint), including shared mailboxes, distribution lists, and access permissions. Support business systems used across Spence & Partners, Dalriada Trustees, Mantle, and other 3173 Group companies, coordinating with suppliers as required. Onsite Support & Travel Provide on-site technical support at other offices as required, including meeting room/AV setup and scheduled IT visits. Documentation, Continuous Improvement & Compliance Create and maintain knowledge articles and user guides to improve first time fix rates. Follow internal IT processes and controls, including access governance and joiner/mover/leaver workflows. Identify recurring issues and contribute to service improvement initiatives (e.g., standard builds, automation, supplier led fixes). Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience providing first-line/second-line IT support within a service desk or similar environment. Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows, laptops/desktops, printers, and common end user issues. Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Office suite including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint) and day to day user administration. Understanding of identity and access management in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including passwords, groups, and MFA. Excellent customer service, clear communication, and strong ticket ownership. Desirable Exposure to endpoint management (e.g., Intune) and standard build processes. Basic networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and Wi Fi troubleshooting). Familiarity with ITIL (version 4 & 5) practices (incident, request, change) and producing clear, accurate documentation. An interest in PowerShell or scripting to automate repeatable administration tasks. Experience working with third-party vendors and managed service providers. Circumstances Location: Belfast Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week with additional hours as and when required. All roles are subject to a six-month probationary period and all prospective employees are required to complete an Access NI check. As part of the pre hire process the successful candidate will be subject to reference checking security vetting. 3173 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applying with a disability or long term health condition? As part of our belief that we benefit from the differences among us we are committed to increasing the representation of disabled colleagues and want to remove any barriers or challenges that get in the way of candidates with a disability or long term health condition from applying to work with us. As part of this commitment, we guarantee to automatically interview anyone with a disability who meets the minimum criteria. If there is support or an adjustment that we can provide to enable you to be at your best during the recruitment and selection process, we encourage you to advise us in good time so that we may make suitable arrangements. We understand that being open with us may feel uncomfortable so please only share with us the information that you are comfortable to share, and rest assured that we will use this only to provide you with the right support. Any information you give us will be treated completely confidentially. To discuss this further please call and ask to speak to a member of the People & Culture team.
Eden Scott is seeking a Senior defined benefit pensions professional in Edinburgh, Scotland. The successful candidate will manage DB and some DC schemes within a close-knit team, ensuring quality and training at a senior level. Applicants should have previous technical defined benefit experience, with client management skills being beneficial. The role offers an excellent salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career development.
09/06/2026
Full time
Eden Scott is seeking a Senior defined benefit pensions professional in Edinburgh, Scotland. The successful candidate will manage DB and some DC schemes within a close-knit team, ensuring quality and training at a senior level. Applicants should have previous technical defined benefit experience, with client management skills being beneficial. The role offers an excellent salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career development.
About AptiaFounded to shape the future of pensions, health, and insurance solutions, Aptia is a leading professional services firm dedicated to simplifying complexity for businesses and individuals. We bring together cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to help organisations navigate an evolving landscape with clarity and confidence.With a presence in the US, UK, India, and Portugal, we support over six million people and more than 1,100 clients, delivering solutions that drive efficiency, enhance financial security, and provide peace of mind.Our strength lies in the combination of smart technology and expert teams, ensuring that managing pensions, health, and insurance is more effective. By focusing on innovation, accessibility, and client success, we help businesses take care of their people, so they can focus on what they do best.And we are expanding. Aptia Group is not only fueled by our investors' backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people. At Aptia, we're investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues.Specialist. Responsive. Thoughtful. Our values aren't just words; they are the backbone of our business. Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term.Job requirementsAre you an experienced Pensions Administrator looking for a fresh challenge? In this role you will play a key role in supporting clients and scheme members on complex queries and calculations, as well as using your expertise to peer review, coach and check calculations for more junior team members.You will use your technical knowledge to advise on procedural and legislative changes, and support client relationships through budgeting and process improvement. This role will work on a hybrid basis from our office in Leatherhead.What you'll be doing:Communicating with clients and scheme members on complex queries when required via letter, email and telephone.Gain a thorough understanding of the scheme details administered in the team and ensure activities are processed in line with the scheme rules.Performing complex pensions calculations, enter pensions data and answer enquiries to the required standard using both automated and non-automated manual/system processes across a wide range of member or scheme events.Perform checking activity as required to support team members, and use MI reporting to monitor progress for member, client and scheme event work.Ensuring errors, omissions and complaints are handled as accordance with agreed procedures and within appropriate timescales.Monitoring project income and work with your manager to ensure client projects are delivered on plan and to budget.Identifying opportunities to generate additional revenue within your client group, ensuring requests for additional work are identified and costs calculated and confirmed.Keep abreast of technical developments, procedural and legislative changes, able to discuss and act upon the implications.What we're looking forExperience liaising with clients and trustees.Ability to perform complex pension calculations, and the ability to peer review other calculations to a high standard of accuracyStrong knowledge of member calculation processes, Defined Benefit (DB) scheme knowledge, scheme types and governing legislation issues.In-depth knowledge of UK pensions legislation.Good communication skills, both written and verbal.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Able to analyse and improve processes.Relevant professional qualification (e.g. PMI) - desirable.How to applyIf you are interested in this role, then we'd love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply and submit your resume with appropriate contact information.Aptia is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. At Aptia, fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all our people to flourish is a priority. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract and retain the best people without attention to age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, political affiliation, race, religion, gender and sexual orientation.If there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process to ensure it is accessible to you, we encourage you to reach out to us.
08/06/2026
Full time
About AptiaFounded to shape the future of pensions, health, and insurance solutions, Aptia is a leading professional services firm dedicated to simplifying complexity for businesses and individuals. We bring together cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to help organisations navigate an evolving landscape with clarity and confidence.With a presence in the US, UK, India, and Portugal, we support over six million people and more than 1,100 clients, delivering solutions that drive efficiency, enhance financial security, and provide peace of mind.Our strength lies in the combination of smart technology and expert teams, ensuring that managing pensions, health, and insurance is more effective. By focusing on innovation, accessibility, and client success, we help businesses take care of their people, so they can focus on what they do best.And we are expanding. Aptia Group is not only fueled by our investors' backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people. At Aptia, we're investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues.Specialist. Responsive. Thoughtful. Our values aren't just words; they are the backbone of our business. Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term.Job requirementsAre you an experienced Pensions Administrator looking for a fresh challenge? In this role you will play a key role in supporting clients and scheme members on complex queries and calculations, as well as using your expertise to peer review, coach and check calculations for more junior team members.You will use your technical knowledge to advise on procedural and legislative changes, and support client relationships through budgeting and process improvement. This role will work on a hybrid basis from our office in Leatherhead.What you'll be doing:Communicating with clients and scheme members on complex queries when required via letter, email and telephone.Gain a thorough understanding of the scheme details administered in the team and ensure activities are processed in line with the scheme rules.Performing complex pensions calculations, enter pensions data and answer enquiries to the required standard using both automated and non-automated manual/system processes across a wide range of member or scheme events.Perform checking activity as required to support team members, and use MI reporting to monitor progress for member, client and scheme event work.Ensuring errors, omissions and complaints are handled as accordance with agreed procedures and within appropriate timescales.Monitoring project income and work with your manager to ensure client projects are delivered on plan and to budget.Identifying opportunities to generate additional revenue within your client group, ensuring requests for additional work are identified and costs calculated and confirmed.Keep abreast of technical developments, procedural and legislative changes, able to discuss and act upon the implications.What we're looking forExperience liaising with clients and trustees.Ability to perform complex pension calculations, and the ability to peer review other calculations to a high standard of accuracyStrong knowledge of member calculation processes, Defined Benefit (DB) scheme knowledge, scheme types and governing legislation issues.In-depth knowledge of UK pensions legislation.Good communication skills, both written and verbal.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Able to analyse and improve processes.Relevant professional qualification (e.g. PMI) - desirable.How to applyIf you are interested in this role, then we'd love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply and submit your resume with appropriate contact information.Aptia is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. At Aptia, fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all our people to flourish is a priority. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract and retain the best people without attention to age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, political affiliation, race, religion, gender and sexual orientation.If there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process to ensure it is accessible to you, we encourage you to reach out to us.
Description A great opportunity to join our pensions data solutions team comprising data experts from different backgrounds, who provideleading edge insights where deficiencies in member data quality may impede our client's ability to achieve their strategic goal and journey plans. We are recruiting experienced Defined Benefit pensions professionals to join us as aSenior Pensions Data Specialistto deliver data services to our clients, which include data and benefit audits, preparing data strategies and plans, undertaking various pension rectifications including GMP rectification and equalisation. While we continue to help clients meet their GMP objectives, the data challenges our clients face are becoming more diverse which gives you a great chance to work in a team across a broad spectrum of areas and add tangible value to clients and pension scheme members. The Role: You will create and customise bulk tools and solutions, directing and reviewing work done by others and taking responsibility for successful delivery of the work. You will be comfortable communicating technical issues in a clear way to a broad audience. It is expected that you will be highly numerate with good analytical skills and be used to working with modern software and ideally have a keen interest in programming and developing technological solutions for the benefit of our clients. In addition, we expect good organisation skills and core project management behaviours to complement your technical expertise. Some experience in pension rectification exercises is advantageous as well as more advanced data and benefit auditing and cleansing of Pension data. Our work style: At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a "hybrid" style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and "hybrid" is not a one-size-fits-all solution. We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and WTW offers flexible working opportunities and part time working. Office location: This role can be based out of either our London, Reigate, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Edinburgh office. Join us: In this role and be part of a dynamic team with a defined career path, on job training and a team that coach and mentor you whilst you grow your career with us! Qualifications What you'll bring A proven track record in delivering multiple projects to set deadlines Strong knowledge and experience of UK DB Pension arrangements, including experience of auditing pension scheme data, cleansing pension scheme data and data rectifications A strong understanding of manual benefit calculations and processes Experienced in creating solutions and customising software to correct data or carry out pension scheme calculations Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel A clear, concise and confident communicator of complex or technical issues relating to UK pensions and member data to a broad audience Experience in developing close working relationships with clients and/or external third parties, or suppliers Proven delegation skills and a natural desire to coach and mentor junior associates A firm commitment to delivering high quality service. Ability to work both independently and in teams and enjoy a fast paced environment Ability to think strategically and propose solutions, as well as identify risks and issues An ability to foster and support the delivery of projects within a team environment Inquisitive, self starter attitude and ability to work with ambiguity Experience of pension administration systems What we offer Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company. We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle to work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you. Equal Opportunity Employer We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email
05/06/2026
Full time
Description A great opportunity to join our pensions data solutions team comprising data experts from different backgrounds, who provideleading edge insights where deficiencies in member data quality may impede our client's ability to achieve their strategic goal and journey plans. We are recruiting experienced Defined Benefit pensions professionals to join us as aSenior Pensions Data Specialistto deliver data services to our clients, which include data and benefit audits, preparing data strategies and plans, undertaking various pension rectifications including GMP rectification and equalisation. While we continue to help clients meet their GMP objectives, the data challenges our clients face are becoming more diverse which gives you a great chance to work in a team across a broad spectrum of areas and add tangible value to clients and pension scheme members. The Role: You will create and customise bulk tools and solutions, directing and reviewing work done by others and taking responsibility for successful delivery of the work. You will be comfortable communicating technical issues in a clear way to a broad audience. It is expected that you will be highly numerate with good analytical skills and be used to working with modern software and ideally have a keen interest in programming and developing technological solutions for the benefit of our clients. In addition, we expect good organisation skills and core project management behaviours to complement your technical expertise. Some experience in pension rectification exercises is advantageous as well as more advanced data and benefit auditing and cleansing of Pension data. Our work style: At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a "hybrid" style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and "hybrid" is not a one-size-fits-all solution. We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and WTW offers flexible working opportunities and part time working. Office location: This role can be based out of either our London, Reigate, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Edinburgh office. Join us: In this role and be part of a dynamic team with a defined career path, on job training and a team that coach and mentor you whilst you grow your career with us! Qualifications What you'll bring A proven track record in delivering multiple projects to set deadlines Strong knowledge and experience of UK DB Pension arrangements, including experience of auditing pension scheme data, cleansing pension scheme data and data rectifications A strong understanding of manual benefit calculations and processes Experienced in creating solutions and customising software to correct data or carry out pension scheme calculations Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel A clear, concise and confident communicator of complex or technical issues relating to UK pensions and member data to a broad audience Experience in developing close working relationships with clients and/or external third parties, or suppliers Proven delegation skills and a natural desire to coach and mentor junior associates A firm commitment to delivering high quality service. Ability to work both independently and in teams and enjoy a fast paced environment Ability to think strategically and propose solutions, as well as identify risks and issues An ability to foster and support the delivery of projects within a team environment Inquisitive, self starter attitude and ability to work with ambiguity Experience of pension administration systems What we offer Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company. We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle to work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you. Equal Opportunity Employer We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email
We are offering an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in data analysis and reporting to join the team at Oasis Restore, the first secure school in England. Oasis Restore represents a revolution in youth justice: an opportunity for children within the criminal justice system to experience a restorative environment that creates the potential for them to thrive in the future. We have dual registered as a 16-19 Academy and Secure Children's Home. The role and what we are looking for Your role as Data Analyst is crucial to developing and providing accurate and reliable data analysis and reporting to the leadership team, trustees, and external agencies. Your analyses will be used to evaluate the impact of the work at Restore and to develop practice to ensure we achieve the highest quality standards in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and Guidance, the Social Care Common Inspection Framework and Ofsted Education Inspection framework. You will be a founding member of the team, dedicated to proving the concept, and practice of a secure school as a revolution in youth justice. This Data Analyst reports directly to the Academy Leadership Team, who are accountable for the school's outcomes and standards. Working alongside a team of specialists within education, care, and health, you will lead on all aspects of data collection and analysis. You will be someone who cares about innovating practice to improve wider systems, and about investing in a new policy initiative. We recognise this role is unique and does not exist as such within the youth justice sectors. From our experience of building a new organisations from scratch, we have learnt that we need to be agile and respond to learning and development of our structures. We welcome and expect on-going dialogue with the successful candidate to refine and develop the detail of these responsibilities to ensure it reflects and the needs and demands of the post. Our Secure School Oasis Restore is the UK's first secure school that is a proof-of-concept policy initiative funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the Youth Custody Service. Oasis Restore's mission is to transform the life chances of children aged 12-18 years in the criminal justice system through delivering psychologically informed, integrated practice that centres on trusted, safe relationships between staff and children. Oasis Restore is a therapeutic learning community with education at its core that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children beyond the secure school. To read more about us please visit our website . Our offer to you As a newly established subsidiary of the Oasis Charitable Trust, you enjoy the benefit of being part of a national organisation that aims to support all staff to reach their full potential and a once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation. A once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation centred on caring relationships, discovery, and community. A brand new site, including furniture, equipment, and software. A mixture of one to one and group reflective practise, coaching & supervision sessions as well as regular line management. Experience an Appraisal policy that decouples pay and performance. An elected staff forum to listen to, and act on, staff feedback Access to a competitive defined benefit pension scheme (either the Teachers Pensions Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme subject to individual scheme rules). 33 days annual leave including Bank Holidays rising to 35 days after 2 years complete service Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria, be entitled to up to 8 weeks full-pay and 18 weeks half-pay paid maternity/adoption/shared parental leave (based broadly on the NHS Employers scheme). Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria be entitled to up to 3 weeks fully paid paternity leave. Paid time off to attend antenatal appointments (those staff who are either pregnant or whose partner is pregnant) Have a structured and bespoke induction training plan plus a training offer bespoke to our context leading to a level 4 qualification in the therapeutic care of adolescents. Receive the same offer of sick leave pay (based broadly on the length of service in the national 'Green Book' framework) from Day 1 of employment. Up to 5 days discretionary paid compassionate/emergency/general leave plus further discretionary unpaid leave Up to 4 weeks paid parental bereavement leave plus up to 5 days paid bereavement leave for the death of other specified close relatives. Expenses and travel costs incurred as part of the working day (as appropriate, not including travel to work) Access to an eye care vouchers scheme, season Ticket Loans, a cycle to work scheme and free car parking. We are in the process of setting up a new employee health care cash plan and employee discount scheme To apply, please visit our website via the button below.
17/08/2023
Full time
We are offering an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in data analysis and reporting to join the team at Oasis Restore, the first secure school in England. Oasis Restore represents a revolution in youth justice: an opportunity for children within the criminal justice system to experience a restorative environment that creates the potential for them to thrive in the future. We have dual registered as a 16-19 Academy and Secure Children's Home. The role and what we are looking for Your role as Data Analyst is crucial to developing and providing accurate and reliable data analysis and reporting to the leadership team, trustees, and external agencies. Your analyses will be used to evaluate the impact of the work at Restore and to develop practice to ensure we achieve the highest quality standards in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and Guidance, the Social Care Common Inspection Framework and Ofsted Education Inspection framework. You will be a founding member of the team, dedicated to proving the concept, and practice of a secure school as a revolution in youth justice. This Data Analyst reports directly to the Academy Leadership Team, who are accountable for the school's outcomes and standards. Working alongside a team of specialists within education, care, and health, you will lead on all aspects of data collection and analysis. You will be someone who cares about innovating practice to improve wider systems, and about investing in a new policy initiative. We recognise this role is unique and does not exist as such within the youth justice sectors. From our experience of building a new organisations from scratch, we have learnt that we need to be agile and respond to learning and development of our structures. We welcome and expect on-going dialogue with the successful candidate to refine and develop the detail of these responsibilities to ensure it reflects and the needs and demands of the post. Our Secure School Oasis Restore is the UK's first secure school that is a proof-of-concept policy initiative funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the Youth Custody Service. Oasis Restore's mission is to transform the life chances of children aged 12-18 years in the criminal justice system through delivering psychologically informed, integrated practice that centres on trusted, safe relationships between staff and children. Oasis Restore is a therapeutic learning community with education at its core that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children beyond the secure school. To read more about us please visit our website . Our offer to you As a newly established subsidiary of the Oasis Charitable Trust, you enjoy the benefit of being part of a national organisation that aims to support all staff to reach their full potential and a once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation. A once in a lifetime opportunity to create, develop and grow a new collaborative and innovative values-based organisation centred on caring relationships, discovery, and community. A brand new site, including furniture, equipment, and software. A mixture of one to one and group reflective practise, coaching & supervision sessions as well as regular line management. Experience an Appraisal policy that decouples pay and performance. An elected staff forum to listen to, and act on, staff feedback Access to a competitive defined benefit pension scheme (either the Teachers Pensions Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme subject to individual scheme rules). 33 days annual leave including Bank Holidays rising to 35 days after 2 years complete service Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria, be entitled to up to 8 weeks full-pay and 18 weeks half-pay paid maternity/adoption/shared parental leave (based broadly on the NHS Employers scheme). Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria be entitled to up to 3 weeks fully paid paternity leave. Paid time off to attend antenatal appointments (those staff who are either pregnant or whose partner is pregnant) Have a structured and bespoke induction training plan plus a training offer bespoke to our context leading to a level 4 qualification in the therapeutic care of adolescents. Receive the same offer of sick leave pay (based broadly on the length of service in the national 'Green Book' framework) from Day 1 of employment. Up to 5 days discretionary paid compassionate/emergency/general leave plus further discretionary unpaid leave Up to 4 weeks paid parental bereavement leave plus up to 5 days paid bereavement leave for the death of other specified close relatives. Expenses and travel costs incurred as part of the working day (as appropriate, not including travel to work) Access to an eye care vouchers scheme, season Ticket Loans, a cycle to work scheme and free car parking. We are in the process of setting up a new employee health care cash plan and employee discount scheme To apply, please visit our website via the button below.
