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Pensions Systems Analyst page is loaded Pensions Systems Analystlocations: Hybrid - Crawleytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R16041Management LevelGEquiniti is a leading international provider of shareholder, pension, remediation, and credit technology. With over 6000 employees, it supports 37 million people in 120 countries.EQ's vision is to be the leading global share registrar, offering complementary services to its client base and our values set the core foundations to our success. We are TRUSTED to deliver on our commitments, COMMERCIAL in building long term value, COLLABORATIVE in our approach and we IMPROVE by continually enhancing our skills and services. There has never been a better time to join EQ. Core Duties/Responsibilities The Pensions Systems Analyst is responsible for software configuration to internal and external clients. Key aspects of the role are to: Undertake an analysis of pension's requirements from an outline of user requirements, or from a more detailed feasibility study. Agree the scope of work when undertaking a pension's analysis task and to provide accurate estimates to the relevant Project Manager for the work to be included. Develop and maintain Pension Scheme calculations across a range of products. Analyse Clients Pension Scheme data and establish data cleanse and data migration specifications (inclusive of data mapping). Define, configure, test, implement and maintain specific pension's elements across the whole suite of the Company's software. Continuously develop a professional, technical and commercially aware approach.Requirements Definition Undertake analysis on new pensions projects and/or enhancements to existing projects. Analyse changes and enhancements to client's pensions schemes by taking a view of their impact on the company's software as installed for the client. Liaise with clients to define pension calculation related processes using company utilities and techniques. Analyse Clients Pension Scheme data and establish data cleanse and data migration specifications (inclusive of data mapping). Skills, Knowledge & Experience Skills & Knowledge Administration of DB and / or DC Pensions Schemes. Good working Knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation and/or Actuarial (part) qualified. Ability to perform scheme calculations manually (supported by appropriate tools). Technical/Software development aptitude & ability. Capability to understand Pencalc, Workbench applications and supporting Data Model / Migration Tools. Knowledge of SQL / Oracle preferred.Qualifications & Experience Relevant qualifications in the Pensions & Actuarial Industry desirable (e.g. Pensions Management Institute Certification). UML Certification via ITSQB/ISEB or OMG desirable but not essential. Experience in the Pensions Industry, either as a Scheme Administrator or Business Analyst experienced in capturing requirements for Pensions IT Projects. Demonstrable software development capability. Demonstrate commercial awareness & operational efficiencies/income generation in current role.Essential Qualities Be approachable and responsive to colleagues and users and have an open-minded and constructive approach to problem solving. Demonstrate effective and probing appraisal of situations. To consult with relevant parties in resolving issues. Be self-motivated, demonstrating tenacity and objectivity in problem solving to get the job done effectively. What We Offer Save For Your Future - Equiniti Pension Plan; Equiniti matches your pension contributions up to 10% All Employee Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) - Gives all EQ Colleagues the opportunity to benefit if the current owners successfully sell the company for a profit. Health and Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Programme: counselling, legal & wellbeing support for colleagues and their households. Life assurance cover at 4x salary with the ability to purchase enhance cover. Employee discounts - Discounts and cashback at your favourite high street stores through our EQ Wins Platform. Flexible Benefits - The ability to purchase a wide variety of benefits through our flex plan; gadgets, travel insurance, will writing, holiday trading and more. Time Off - Typically 29 days holiday + bank holidays. 2 volunteer days to get involved with a charity of your choosing. Winning together - Equiniti ICON award vouchers; recognising the individuals going above and beyond to help the business succeed. Learning & Development - Investment in LinkedIn Learning for all colleagues.We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.Please note any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks. These consist of 5 year activity & GAP verification, DBS or Access NI, Credit, Sanctions & CIFAS checks.Our people and platforms connect businesses with markets, engage customers with their investments and allow organisations to grow and transform. Our vision is to help businesses and individuals succeed, creating positive experiences for the millions of people who rely on us for a sustainable future. We provide share registration, deliver services for reward and benefits and develop solutions for customer management in regulated industries. Our work with some of the most significant organisations in the UK and US means we engage with 29 million of their shareholders, pensioners and employees.

Technical Pensions Analyst Location: Manchester Grade: Consultant Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 About the Role My client is a leading UK pensions consultancy, recognised for delivering high-quality, technically robust pension administration and advisory services. They support a wide range of trust-based pension schemes and are committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellent member outcomes. They are currently seeking a Technical Pensions Analyst to join their Implementation Services team , a specialist function that underpins the wider administration business by providing technical, system, and project expertise. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pensions professional who enjoys technical work, system automation, and working across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. The Team The Implementation Services team supports pension administration teams nationally, providing expertise across: Scheme transitions and installations Calculation support and automation Business interfaces with IT services Management and technical reporting The team plays a critical role in ensuring accurate data migration, robust system automation, and smooth onboarding of pension schemes. Key Responsibilities Transition Activity Support the installation of Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution pension schemes onto the administration system Take ownership of technical elements within scheme transition projects Attend project meetings and provide technical consultation Create and maintain technical documentation to support data mapping and system setup Analyse administration data sets Produce calculation specifications and test packs for automation Perform regression testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Manage and deliver technical installation schedules Calculation Support Support administration teams for existing clients via internal helpdesk and ticketing systems Develop new calculation automation and amend existing calculations Support Administration Project Teams with technical project work Work closely with administration teams, client relationship managers, project teams, and third-party suppliers Internal Process & Development Contribute to continuous improvement of team processes Support technical knowledge sharing and mentoring across teams Assist with wider Implementation Services initiatives as required About You Essential Experience & Skills Proven experience in pensions administration or pension system support Exposure to a broad range of pension arrangements (DB, DC, CARE, Hybrid, Public Sector, Master Trust) Strong understanding of pension benefit structures and calculation requirements Experience using pension administration systems and working with third-party IT suppliers Advanced Excel skills and strong overall IT proficiency Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Confident working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and deadlines Desirable Knowledge of SQL and/or C# Strong A-levels or equivalent qualifications Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to different audiences Experience creating and managing technical documentation Big-picture thinking and a proactive approach to change and improvement What's on Offer Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 Annual discretionary bonus 25 days' holiday with buy/sell options Pension contributions and life assurance Healthcare and wellbeing benefits, including digital GP access Flexible benefits scheme and employee assistance programme Paid volunteering days Inclusive, supportive working environment with reasonable adjustments available Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Our client have an exciting new opportunity for a Pension Data Analyst to join their firm on a fully remote or hybrid working basis. The right candidate will be passionate about data, problem-solving, and delivering outstanding service to clients. So if you have a strong understanding of pensions and/or enjoy working with complex data sets then this role could be for you. What You'll Be Doing Collaborating with clients throughout the implementation process to understand their data, systems, and requirements Making informed recommendations on how to effectively implement our products and services Leading and managing complex or non-standard data-related implementation tasks Mentoring and supporting junior team members Translating client requirements into efficient, online pension administration solutions Conducting system demonstrations for clients Gathering and documenting scheme and product information Contributing to the development of our technology platforms by assisting with analysis, design, and specifications Performing system configuration and detailed data analysis Supporting project management by identifying and mitigating risks and issues What We're Looking For Solid knowledge of pension schemes, including DB, DC, CARE, and annuity arrangements Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Experience with data migration: including data analysis, mapping between pension systems, and configuration A track record of working on client-focused projects Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established firm in a role which offers the chance to become more specialist within a Data focused position where you will learn a set of skills which can shape your career and offer good prospects going forward. You will also be offered a good salary and benefits package as well as a bonus structure and exceptionally flexible working arrangements. Please quote 51591 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.

Location Dstl Porton Down, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 0JQ or Dstl Portsdown West, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6AD About the job Job summary Dstl is the science and technology arm of the Ministry of Defence.  We improve the front-line capability of the UK Armed Forces helping keep our country safe.   The Cyber Security and Safety Group has never been more important. Many military platforms such as fast jets, unmanned air vehicles, helicopters, naval vessels, and land vehicles are becoming increasingly reliant on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Autonomous functions to control all aspects of their behaviour.   We’re looking for mathematically strong data scientists to help make AI reliant military systems robust and trustworthy in complex operations to help save lives. An example of our world class inspiring work is designing and trialling a variety of autonomous air and ground vehicles out in Salisbury plain with the US and Australia. AI models were retrained in flight to meet changing mission situations to enhance commanders’ decision-making. You could be involved in: Assessing and improving AI content in Defence and Security safety critical systems in the Air, Sea and Land domains, to ensure that they are safe, secure and protected. Applying the latest thinking in verification and validation of artificial intelligence and autonomous functions for defence and security purposes. Innovating to support the delivery of the UK Cyber Strategy by researching algorithms for Cyber defence. Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas. We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution. We particularly welcome female and ethnic minority applicants and those from the LGBTQI community, as they are under-represented within Dstl at these levels. Job description In this role you will: Have a drive for keeping abreast of the latest developments in cyber security and emerging trends in artificial intelligence. We give our people the opportunity to think and innovate. We offer loads of opportunities for training and scholarships, attending and presenting at conferences, and collaborating with internal research and industry and academia. Work in a team consisting of highly professional Autonomy and Mathematical experts with enviable national and international reputations to take part in cutting edge research.  Use your critical thinking and creative problem solving skills to implement state of art methods and tools.   Develop a knowledge of undertaking verification, validation and vulnerability assessments on Systems of interest.     Appreciate the importance of safety, security requirements to have a positive impact on defence and security of the UK.   Deliver technical reports and recommendations to leadership, senior officials across government and military and other non-technical audiences through clear data storytelling and well-crafted verbal presentations Person specification We are looking for someone who has: A keen interest in algorithms, AI, ML or statistical analysis along with a willingness to develop additional capabilities in cyber security and safety. Experience contributing to Software or AI / ML intensive projects. Is looking for a career with a difference, doing a job that provides the latest and most effective tools to defend our nation and uphold the principle of freedom.  Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years. For some roles Developed Vetting will also be required, in this case you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.   Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Communicating and Influencing Seeing the Big Picture Working Together Benefits Benefits  Dstl’s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working :  Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours:  Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work:  Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave:  25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family:  Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development:  Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities:  Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms. Things you need to know Selection process details This vacancy is using  Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk and we will do all we can to support you. Sifting will be taking place bi-weekly throughout the campaign, successful applicants will be invited to attend an online interview via MS Teams. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is  security check (opens in a new window) . See our vetting charter (opens in a new window) . People working with government assets must complete  baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window)  checks. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality. Working for the Civil Service The  Civil Service Code (opens in a new window)  sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's  recruitment principles (opens in a new window) . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the  Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window)  initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Dstl Recruitment Email : dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk Further information Should you wish to raise a formal complaint about the Dstl recruitment process you should email dstlrecruitment@dstl.gov.uk stating the nature of the issue. We will respond within 5 working days. Attachments 20230626_CSAS_Data_Scientist_Autonomy_Dependability_L5  Opens in new window (docx, 66kB) Candidate_info_pack_CIS - 20220824  Opens in new window (pdf, 1378kB)