Pension Risk Transfer Specialist

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in London is seeking a Pension Risk Transfer Specialist to join their expanding Pensions Advisory team. The successful candidate will manage pension risk transfer transactions, build client relationships, and mentor junior staff. This role offers the chance to influence new services in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing pension risk transfer transactions.
• Deep understanding of pension risk transfer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal knowledge infrastructure around insurer research.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate and trustee clients.
• Train and mentor team members in pension risk transfer.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

UK Qualified Actuary

Job description

Job Title: Pension Risk Transfer Specialist, London

Client: KPMG

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Finance

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a8102f8a0a28

Job Views: 2

Posted: 14.05.2025

Expiry Date: 28.06.2025

Job Description:

Base Location: London, Manchester or Birmingham, plus a network of 20 offices nationwide.

KPMG’s Pensions Advisory team is expanding and seeks experienced professionals to join its new pensions team. We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Manager responsible for working closely with colleagues in pension risk transfer.

As a Senior Manager, you will collaborate effectively within teams, supervise junior staff, and provide coaching to ensure successful delivery of engagements.

Why Join KPMG as a Pension Risk Transfer Specialist?

KPMG is a leading global consultancy. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of our rapidly growing Pensions Advisory team and influence our new pension risk transfer services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop internal knowledge infrastructure around insurer research, pricing, vendor selection, and client reporting.
• Identify opportunities through internal networks and relationships.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate and trustee clients, enhancing KPMG’s presence in pension risk transfer.
• Create marketing materials, develop a strong pipeline, and lead presentations to secure new business.
• Train and mentor team members to develop high capabilities in pension risk transfer.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience managing and delivering pension risk transfer transactions.
• Deep understanding of how pension risk transfer interacts with funding, investment, and accounting, with data readiness oversight.
• UK qualified actuary.
• Established network of trustee contacts and insurer relationships.
• Experience managing and motivating teams, coaching, and mentoring junior staff.

Preferred Skills and Extras:

• Strong organizational and time management skills for fast-paced environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Ability and desire to develop new propositions, market networks, and sales capabilities.

Application Process:

To discuss this role, apply online by creating a profile, uploading your CV, and starting your journey with KPMG.

Locations:

Core hubs for this role include:

• London Canary Wharf
• Manchester
• Birmingham

Hybrid working arrangements are available.

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