In-House Pensions Manager - Governance & Compliance

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm is seeking an In-House Pensions Manager to oversee governance and compliance of pension schemes in London. This role involves managing daily operations of pension arrangements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading projects. Ideal candidates will have strong pensions expertise, governance skills, and a collaborative mindset. Offering a hybrid working model with a focus on team collaboration and impact.

Qualifications

• Established experience in pensions from a consultancy or in-house environment.
• Deep knowledge of DB and DC schemes, including trust-based arrangements.
• Strong understanding of UK pensions legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support governance and operations of the legacy DB scheme.
• Manage day-to-day operations of UK and ROI staff DC pension arrangements.
• Oversee Life Assurance benefits and claims processes.
• Maintain risk management framework and Risk Register.
• Lead on regulatory compliance for EY and the Trustee.
• Support budget planning and monitoring in pensions.
• Deliver pensions-related projects and initiatives.

Skills

Technical pensions expertise

Governance and risk management

Stakeholder management

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Location: London

Other locations: Primary Location Only

In-House Pensions Manager - Governance & Compliance (UK & Ireland)

Location: London (Hybrid)
Team: EY In-House Pensions
Level: Manager

What you’ll be doing

As a key member of our in-house pensions team, you’ll play a central role in ensuring the effective governance and regulatory compliance of EY’s pension schemes. You’ll work closely with the Head of Pensions, the Trustee Board, and a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Secretary to the Trustee in the governance and operations of the legacy DB scheme.
• Managing day-to-day operations of EY’s UK and ROI staff DC pension arrangements.
• Overseeing EY’s Life Assurance benefits, including annual renewals, market reviews, and claims processes.
• Acting as Risk Officer to the Trustee, maintaining the risk management framework, Risk Register, and business continuity protocols.
• Leading on regulatory and legislative compliance for both EY as sponsor and the Trustee, working closely with EY’s Quality & Risk Management team and external advisers.
• Supporting budget planning and monitoring across the pensions function.
• Leading and delivering pensions-related projects and initiatives.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who combines technical pensions expertise with strong governance, risk, and stakeholder management skills.

You’ll bring:

• Established experience in pensions, ideally from a consultancy or in-house environment.
• Deep knowledge of DB and DC schemes, including trust-based arrangements.
• Strong understanding of UK pensions legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience managing pensions governance, operations and change projects.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage confidently at all levels.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across teams and functions.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, delivery-focused approach.

Why EY?

At EY, we’re building a better working world. Our pensions team plays a critical role in supporting our people with their retirement planning. You’ll join a collaborative, values-driven environment where your expertise will be recognised, and your impact will be felt.

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