Pensions Calculations Analyst

Lexstra Plc; Salfords; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global Pensions Administrator is seeking a Pensions Calculations Analyst to perform production and systems testing of automation software. The role requires deep knowledge of Defined Benefit Schemes and proficiency in Excel. Successful candidates will analyze business requirements, work with third parties, and produce detailed calculations. Experience in UK occupational pensions and strong knowledge of relevant legislation is essential.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Defined Benefit Schemes (DB) and/or Defined Contribution (DC).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word; Python, UNIX and SQL are highly advantageous.
• Background in UK occupational pensions, specifically DB.

Responsibilities

• Analyse business requirements and plan an appropriate software solution.
• Interact with third parties to clarify queries.
• Produce detailed calculation proforma and automation test packs.

Skills

Defined Benefit Schemes knowledge

Excel proficiency

Python

SQL

Unix knowledge

Job description

Overview

Pensions Calculations Analyst required by global Pensions Administrator to perform production and systems testing of pensions calculation automation software. Deep knowledge of Defined Benefit Schemes (DB) and or Defined Contribution (DC) is essential. MS Excel/Word required; PYTHON, UNIX & SQL highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyse business requirements, Trust Deed and Rules and other scheme documentation and plan an appropriate software solution with a focus on accuracy, build efficiency and maintainability.
• Interact with third parties such as the scheme actuary and solicitors to clarify complex and technical queries.
• Produce detailed calculation proforma from first principles and supporting automation test packs.
• Work towards developing and optimizing end to end automation.
• Have a background in UK occupational pensions, specifically DB.
• Have proven ability to multi-task and work on virtual teams.
• Be process driven with the ability to modify your approach.
• Have experience establishing standards and procedures and advocating best practices.
• Have knowledge of Unix-based operating systems, use of the command line and SQL.
• Have a strong historical knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Defined Benefit Schemes (DB) and/or Defined Contribution (DC).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word; Python, UNIX and SQL are highly advantageous.
• Background in UK occupational pensions, specifically DB.
• Ability to multi-task and work in virtual teams.
• Process-driven with the ability to adapt approach.
• Experience establishing standards and procedures and advocating best practices.
• Strong historical knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation.