Actuarial Assistant

XPS Pensions; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consultancy is seeking an Actuarial Assistant for a permanent, full-time role with hybrid working. Ideal for nearly or newly qualified actuaries, the position involves engaging in diverse actuarial projects and delivering high-quality advice to clients. Offering competitive salary and extensive benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your actuarial career within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days holiday with buy/sell flexibility

Pension matching

Healthcare plans

Life assurance

Retailer discounts

Paid volunteer days

Employee assistance program

Digital GP service

Qualifications

• Experience in the pensions industry.
• Strong understanding of UK pension scheme operations.
• Familiarity with bulk annuity transactions or incentive exercises.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings and present actuarial findings.
• Review actuarial calculations including valuations.
• Draft reports and presentations to communicate actuarial advice.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Proactiveness

Education

Nearly or newly qualified actuary (IFoA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

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XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250pany with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

About the Role:

Our Pensions Advisory business continues to grow and we are now looking for an Actuarial Assistant to join one of our vibrant offices in Leeds, Reading, Bristol, Manchester, Guildford, Edinburgh, Belfast or Birmingham with hybrid working. This is an exciting opportunity for a nearly or newly qualified actuary to work on a wide range of actuarial projects and client engagements. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality advice and analysis to trustees and corporate clients, supporting scheme valuations, accounting disclosures, and de-risking exercises.

Attend client meetings and present actuarial findings where appropriate.

Review actuarial calculations including valuations, accounting disclosures, and individual benefits.

Interpret results to advise on contribution rates, liability reduction, and risk management strategies.

Draft reports, emails, and presentations tomunicate actuarial advice.

Support membermunications and respond to individual queries.

Manage client work allocation and ensure timely delivery of tasks.

Maintain technical knowledge of regulations, codes of practice, and actuarial standards.

Contribute to internal training and process improvement initiatives.

Your Profile

Essential

Nearly or newly qualified actuary with experience in the pensions industry.

Strong understanding of UK pension scheme operations and legislation.

Excellent planning and time management skills.

Clear and confidentmunicator, able to explainplex issues simply.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Proactive approach to learning and development.

Desirable

Experience working with trustees and corporate sponsors.

Familiarity with bulk annuity transactions or incentive exercises.

Qualifications:

Nearly or newly qualified actuary (IFoA or equivalent).

What We Offer:

Enjoy apetitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days' holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit applications via Apply Now option or contact recruitment@xpsplc for more information. Join XPS Group and contribute to a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

Equal Opportunities Statement:

XPS Group ismitted to diversity and equal opportunities. We wee applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility:

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

Who Are We:

To find out more please visit: xpsgroup Job ID 560602C6N3