Interim SIPP Manager

Marks Sattin Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pensions firm is seeking an Interim SIPP Manager contractor in Bristol for 18-24 months at a salary of £45-50K. The role involves managing and reconciling Self-Invested Personal Pension accounts and overseeing transfers to new providers. Candidates should have significant SIPP or SSAS administration experience and a strong understanding of UK pension legislation. The position emphasizes client service excellence and offers an opportunity to lead and mentor junior colleagues.

Qualifications

• Senior‑level experience in SIPP or SSAS pension administration.
• Proven expertise in pension transfers.
• Strong knowledge of UK pension legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• End‑to‑end SIPP administration across multiple books of business.
• Reconciliation and transfer management of client accounts.
• Client service excellence, covering benefit calculations and drawdowns.

Skills

SIPP administration

Pension transfers

Attention to detail

Stakeholder coordination

Leadership

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 сом 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

• 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