Pension Project Analyst

Pension Protection Fund; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pension Protection Fund is hiring a Pension Project Analyst in Croydon with hybrid working. You will manage a portfolio of schemes, coordinate with trustees, actuaries, and administrators to deliver projects on time and within budget. The role requires pensions industry experience and strong communication to explain complex issues to diverse stakeholders.

The position offers a clear career path with development opportunities and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in pensions industry, windups and/or buyouts preferred.
• Ability to manage projects within time and budget.
• Strong communication to explain complex technical issues to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of pension schemes within the PPF legislative framework.
• Coordinate with trustees, actuaries and scheme administrators to deliver projects.
• Ensure progress aligns with approved plans and budgets, resolving technical or legal issues.
• Support transitions for schemes transferring into the PPF or buyout cases.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Pensions industry experience

Communication skills

Education

Relevant pension qualification

Job description

Location:

Croydon office location with hybrid working

Salary:

£43,000 to £47,000 per annum plus Civil Service Pension

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

16/10/2026 23:59

The PPF

At the Pension Protection Fund (PPF), we provide security in retirement for our members and millions of people throughout the UK who belong to defined benefit (DB) pension schemes. Through the PPF and Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), we compensate members for their pensions after the employer funding their pension becomes insolvent. In total, we look after over 400,000 members across the PPF and FAS. With over £30 billion in assets under management, our investments support long-term economic growth across the UK.

Our award-winning team of around 450 professionals has earned the IPE UK Pension Fund of the Year title three times in seven years. We work closely with government and industry partners to improve outcomes for scheme members, employers, and the broader pension system—playing a vital role in strengthening retirement security nationwide.

The vacancy

We’re looking for a Pension Project Analyst to join the PPF within a team that is responsible for the delivery of schemes that are transferring to the PPF.

The role will be responsible for managing a portfolio of pension schemes within the PPF legislative framework and will require close involvement and management of all stakeholders, including trustees, actuaries, and scheme administrators, to deliver projects in line with the agreed project plans and budgets. This includes working closely with relevant internal teams to resolve technical or legal issues to ensure a smooth progress either through transition for schemes transferring into the PPF or, for overfunded cases, to a successful buyout.

Our ideal applicant will have experience of working within the pensions industry, preferably in the area of windups and/or buyouts. A relevant pension qualification will be advantageous. Applicants must have the ability to manage projects, ensuring they are managed within time and budget. They will need to have strong communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical individuals, with the ability to influence a variety of stakeholders.

In return for your skills, experience and commitment we’ll give you a challenging role within a business where you’ll get the support you need to develop your career.

We’ll also give you lots of opportunities for personal development and skills training.

Our Croydon office is just across the road from East Croydon station, which is around 15 minutes from Victoria or London Bridge, 10 minutes from Clapham Junction or half an hour from St Pancras.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and actively encourage applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are happy to discuss your needs and ensure you have the support required.

We embrace diverse talent welcoming people with different beliefs, backgrounds and ways of working. Whatever your background, and however you identify, you’ll be welcome here.