DC Pensions Senior Associate

PwC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Empowered flexibility

Hybrid work model

Private medical cover

Virtual GP access

Volunteer days

Job summary

PwC in the UK is seeking a Senior Associate to join our pensions team as a Defined Contribution Pensions and Employee Benefits specialist, working with DB pension consulting and Reward & Employment teams.

You will support retirement savings strategies, engage with clients and help grow PwC's pensions propositions across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience with defined contribution pensions and employee benefits.

Responsibilities

• Support defined contribution pensions and wider employee benefits projects for a varied client base.
• Manage client activity, reports, communications, provider terms and regular client contact across portfolios.
• Delegate work to Senior Associates and Associates, providing information, training and development.
• Contribute to business growth by shaping propositions, initiatives, provider relationships and internal networks.

Skills

Accepting Feedback

Active Listening

Actuarial Analysis

Data Analytics

Data Visualization

Defined Benefit Pension Scheme

Defined Contribution Plans

Job description

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Pensions

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

About this role

PwC continues to invest and grow our People & Organisation business across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to join our rapidly growing pensions team as a Defined Contribution Pensions and Employee Benefits (DC&B) specialist, working closely with our DB pension consulting and Reward & Employment teams.

Our DC&B team sits within our People & Organisation (P&O) network, as part of our wider Tax and Legal practice. P&O is built up of specialist teams who provide advice and support to manage organisational and people challenges, delivering tailored solutions to each of our clients.

What your days will look like

• The DC pensions and benefits landscape is evolving, creating opportunities to help clients navigate complex rules and make informed decisions.

• You’ll support high-profile organisations, entrepreneurs and family businesses to develop and implement pension and benefits strategies for their people.

• You’ll design effective retirement savings plans, improve employee wellbeing, and increase engagement and education around benefits and pensions.

• As a Senior Associate, you’ll solve technical challenges, shape pension offerings, influence propositions, contribute ideas and support business growth.

This role is for you If

• Share specialist knowledge and ideas to help the team deliver best-in-class client service.

• Support defined contribution pensions and wider employee benefits projects for a varied client base.

• Manage client activity, reports, communications, provider terms and regular client contact across portfolios.

• Delegate work to Senior Associates and Associates, providing information, training, support and development.

• Contribute to business growth by shaping propositions, initiatives, provider relationships and internal networks.

• Support risk management for new projects, working with Client Administrators to maintain compliance.

What you’ll receive from us

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Actuarial Analysis, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Benchmarking Studies, Communication, Communications Planning, Communications Strategy, Compliance Oversight, Complying With Regulations, Creativity, Data Analytics, Data Processing, Data Visualization, Defined Benefit Pension Scheme, Defined Contribution Plans, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Advising, Financial Risk Management, Governance and Reporting {+ 31 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

September 23, 2026