De-Risking Analyst

Aptia Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptia Group in the UK is seeking a De-Risking Analyst to support pension de-risking projects for major schemes. You will assist with data analysis, DB pension calculations, and stakeholder engagement to ensure accurate, efficient delivery within budgets and timelines.

The role emphasizes close collaboration with project teams, clients, and offshore colleagues, with a focus on data quality and process rigor.

Qualifications

• At least 1–3 years’ experience in UK Pension Administration.
• Experience with DB pension calculations and member data.
• Pensions project experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of pension de-risking projects on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Perform and review DB pension calculations and member data analyses.
• Execute and peer review project work, identifying risks and maintaining data quality.
• Help prepare project documentation, including engagement and non-reliance letters.
• Monitor project progress and escalate delivery or budget risks as needed.
• Support project billing and budget tracking activities.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders and provide updates.
• Collaborate with offshore teams to coordinate project activity.
• Assist in resolving data issues, errors, omissions and client complaints.

Skills

Pension Administration

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Job description

About Aptia

Founded to shape the future of pensions, health, and insurance solutions, Aptia is a leading professional services firm dedicated to simplifying complexity for businesses and individuals. We bring together cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to help organisations navigate an evolving landscape with clarity and confidence.

With a presence in the US, UK, India, and Portugal, we support over six million people and more than 1,100 clients, delivering solutions that drive efficiency, enhance financial security, and provide peace of mind.

Our strength lies in the combination of smart technology and expert teams, ensuring that managing pensions, health, and insurance is more effective. By focusing on innovation, accessibility, and client success, we help businesses take care of their people, so they can focus on what they do best.

And we are expanding. Aptia Group is not only fueled by our investors’ backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people. At Aptia, we’re investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues.

Specialist. Responsive. Thoughtful. Our values aren’t just words; they are the backbone of our business. Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term.

Job requirements

Looking to build your career in UK Pensions?

Join Aptia’s growing Pension Projects team as a De-Risking Analyst and help deliver complex pension de-risking projects for some of the UK’s leading pension schemes.

In this role, you’ll support the delivery of de-risking projects through effective project execution, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and quality assurance. Working closely with project teams and clients, you’ll help deliver accurate, efficient solutions while meeting project timelines, quality standards, and budgets.

What you’ll be doing

• Support the delivery of pension de-risking projects, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard.

• Perform and review DB pension calculations, member data analysis, and data audits.

• Execute and peer review project work, identifying risks and maintaining data quality.

• Help prepare project documentation, including engagement and non-reliance letters.

• Monitor project progress and elevate any delivery or budget risks where required.

• Support project billing and budget tracking activities.

• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, providing updates and resolving queries.

• Collaborate with offshore teams to coordinate project activity and ensure successful delivery.

• Assist in resolving data issues, errors, omissions, and client complaints.

What you’ll bring

• At least 1-3 years’ experience in UK Pension Administration.

• Experience working with DB pension calculations and member data.

• Previous pensions project experience would be advantageous.

• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Aptia is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. At Aptia, fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all our people to flourish is a priority. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract and retain the best people without attention to age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, political affiliation, race, religion, gender and sexual orientation.

If there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process to ensure it is accessible to you, we encourage you to reach out to us.