Interim SIPP Manager

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A pension administration firm in Bath is seeking an experienced Interim SIPP Manager for an 18-24 month contract. This hands-on role involves managing SIPP accounts and facilitating transfers to new providers. Candidates should possess senior-level experience in SIPP or SSAS administration, a strong understanding of UK pension legislation, and exceptional attention to detail. Join our team to make a meaningful impact during a pivotal transition period.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in SIPP or SSAS pension administration.
• Proven expertise in pension transfers.
• Strong knowledge of UK pension legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage a varied workload.
• Experience in training and supporting team members.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end SIPP administration across multiple books of business, including complex cases.
• Reconciliation and transfer management of client accounts to new schemes.
• Client service excellence, covering benefit calculations, drawdowns, disinvestments and bank reconciliations.
• Stakeholder coordination with internal teams, clients, IFAs, and receiving schemes.
• Leadership and mentoring, supporting junior colleagues and identifying process improvements.

Skills

SIPP administration

Pension transfers

Client service excellence

Stakeholder coordination

Process improvements

Job description

Job Description

Interim SIPP Manager (Contractor), Bristol, 18-24 months, £45‑50K

A unique and rewarding opportunity has arisen for an experienced pensions professional to take on a senior interim role during a pivotal period of transition. This position involves managing and reconciling a portfolio of Self‑Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) accounts and overseeing their manual transfer to new providers.

If you have substantial experience in SIPP or SSAS administration and are ready to make a meaningful impact in a hands‑on role, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• End‑to‑end SIPP administration across multiple books of business, including complex cases
• Reconciliation and transfer management of client accounts to new schemes
• Client service excellence, covering benefit calculations, drawdowns, disinvestments and bank reconciliations
• Stakeholder coordination with internal teams, clients, IFAs, and receiving schemes
• Leadership and mentoring, supporting junior colleagues and identifying process improvements

About you

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Senior‑level experience in SIPP or SSAS pension administration
• Proven expertise in pension transfers
• Strong knowledge of UK pension legislation and regulatory frameworks
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage a varied workload
• Experience in training and supporting te...