Actuarial Analyst GMP

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Sector: Insurance

Role: Analyst

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Actuarial Analyst GMP

Hybrid

Full Time or Part Time

Permanent

Ref: 002478

This role could be based from any of the following offices with hybrid working: Reading, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Guildford, Edinburgh, London, or Belfast

XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential.

Our Pensions Advisory business continues to grow and we are now looking for a number of Actuarial Analysts to join our GMP Equalisation Team. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with experience as a qualified/part-qualified pensions actuary who enjoys the technical aspects of actuarial work. We are also interested in hearing from candidates with a pensions administration background. While not a job requirement, study support is available towards actuarial qualifications if this is part of your chosen career path.

The Team

We aim to give our members the best outcomes and security in retirement through the advice we give, the services we deliver and the solutions we develop.

The Role

We are looking for a number of Actuarial Analysts to join our GMP Equalisation team. We have a unique approach to solving the problems around GMP and are looking for technically minded people to join our friendly and supportive team.

Though previous experience in GMP calculations is an advantage, a desire and ability to grasp complex actuarial concepts and find solutions to them is a requirement.

In this role you will be working as part of the GMP team to assist clients in equalising pensions for their scheme members. This includes but is not limited to:

• Analysing and interpreting member data with precision
• Conducting detailed reviews of complex calculations
• Crafting clear, written advice for our clientele on GMP equalisation
• Engaging with client teams, offering robust support throughout project lifecycles
• Collaborating with various departments within XPS, ensuring seamless communication
• Exploring specialist research and development opportunities that pique your interest, contributing valuable insights to the team
• Guiding and nurturing the next generation of actuarial talent

• A keen interest in actuarial concepts, the wider pensions industry and financial landscape
• Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Curiosity and a thirst for knowledge
• Highly motivated and driven to succeed
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Flexibility and a collaborative spirit

• Competitive salary
• Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday
• Flexible Bank holidays
• Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
• Healthcare cash plan
• Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
• Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
• XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone)
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
• Access to a digital GP service
• Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events
• Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS

• Right to Work confirmation
• DBS Disclosure check
• Employment or educational references covering five years
• Satisfactory credit check

If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided and we look forward to learning more about you. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly.