Assistant DC Pensions Consultant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated Assistant DC Pensions Consultant in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality consultancy support while working closely with clients and trustees. You will assist in scheme transitions, employee communications, and contribute to business development efforts. The company values diversity and integrity, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. Join a dynamic team committed to making a positive impact in the pensions industry and enjoy a rewarding career with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and sustainability.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

25 days holiday

Pension plan

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Access to a qualified GP 24/7

Flexible benefits including dental cover

Private medical cover for self and family

Travel insurance

Discounts at hundreds of retailers

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Defined Contributions schemes is essential.
• Keen to study for PMI or FCA approved advisor qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality consultancy support to the DC Consulting team.
• Assist with scheme transitions and employee communications.

Skills

Knowledge of Defined Contributions schemes

Strong IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Client focused

Education

PMI or FCA approved advisor qualifications (e.g., CII)

Job description

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Client:

XPS Pensions Group

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

12

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

The role

• Under direction, you will provide high quality consultancy support to the DC Consulting team and its clients/trustees.
• Role will involve client work, people and work management and development.
• Assist senior colleagues with scheme transitions, employee communications, preparation of value for money assessments and draft Chair statements.
• Participate in general pensions consultancy, undertake research on topical issues and legislative change and present on these matters and contribute to business development when required.

The person

The successful candidate will need to have knowledge of Defined Contributions schemes and perhaps already be in an Assistant Consultant position.

• Possess Strong IT skills.
• Keen to study for PMI or FCA approved advisor qualifications (e.g,CII or equivalent) unless you are already part way through.
• Have high degree of professional integrity and have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to work as part of a multi- disciplinary team, as our consulting team work closely with both our actuarial, investment, administration, and support teams.
• Client focussed.

What we offer

We believe in our people, and we will work with you to unlock your potential and support your career whilst giving you the opportunity to work with some of the most dynamic and collaborative people in our industry.

Are you looking for a challenging and fulfilling career for an organisation with a conscience? At XPS, you can expect an exciting and fulfilling career in a growing business and an industry that provides a consistent challenge whilst also working to contribute positively to the communities in which we operate and help those beyond our organisation.

Our five Employee Networks – XPS Women’s Network, XPS LGBTQ+ Network, XPS Menopause Network, XPS Disability Network and XPS Multicultural Network – play an important role in our culture. They lead our inclusive programme of events, campaigns and workshops throughout the year and our internal mentoring programme also has a role to play, for example in advancing gender equality.

As an employee at XPS, you know you are joining a winning team, as a testament to all the brilliant work that everyone at XPS does, we are delighted and excited to have won a clean sweep at the Prestigious Professional Pensions UK Pensions Awards 2022 winning the Investment Consultancy of the Year award, Third Party Administrator of the Year and Actuarial/Pensions Consultancy of the Year.

At XPS, we became carbon neutral across our entire value chain back in 2021 and have a strong focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors and sustainability, and build this ethos into all of our manager research and subsequently our client solutions.

We embrace differences and we will respect your ideas, perspective, and style. Our business thrives on our diversity and mix of experience that leads to innovation. When you take a role with XPS you will be joining a community of professionals driven by integrity and delivery and you can be sure that your wellbeing is taken seriously.

We offer an attractive reward package, including:

• Participation in a Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday
• A set of core benefits including pension plan, life assurance, employee assistance programme, access to a qualified, practicing GP 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• A comprehensive range of voluntary and flexible benefits to suit you and your lifestyle including holiday trading, tech scheme, cycle to work scheme, dental cover, healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, private medical cover for self and family, travel insurance and a broad range of discounts at hundreds of retailers.

What next:

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.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements:

• Right to Work confirmation
• Employment or educational references covering five years