Pensions Governance Consultant

Gallagher; City of Edinburgh; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits program

Career development

Collaborative culture

Global/local impact

Job summary

Gallagher Benefit Services is seeking a Pensions Consultant to join the First Actuarial team, based in Basingstoke, Leeds, Peterborough or Tonbridge. You will deliver consultancy, secretariat, and governance services to a diverse client portfolio and manage trustee meetings with professional standards.

The role emphasises governance documentation, project leadership, and collaborative work with internal teams.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in pension scheme governance and management, with a strong commitment to continuous professional development.
• Client-focused relationship management experience, showcasing excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Project management experience is a plus, demonstrating the ability to deliver results in dynamic environments.
• In-depth understanding of pension scheme requirements, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• A track record of collaborative success, working effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workloads efficiently.
• Outstanding communication abilities, both written and verbal, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• A self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and within a team environment.
• Positive, proactive, and adaptable, eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert consultancy, secretariat, and governance services to a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Coordinate and manage Trustee and client meetings, including agendas, meeting packs, drafting and presenting reports, recording minutes, and tracking actions and decisions to completion.
• Maintain and enhance key governance documentation and policies, ensuring compliance with scheme governance requirements and supporting Trustee boards in meeting Effective System of Governance standards.
• Lead and support a variety of projects, ensuring timely delivery to clients and internal teams, while drafting and maintaining detailed project plans.
• Produce and present high-quality reports, documents, and presentations, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and professionalism for both internal and client audiences.
• Support the onboarding of new clients, with opportunities to contribute to new business tenders and proposals.
• Collaborate with the specialist consultancy team to deliver exceptional services and advice to both external clients and internal stakeholders.
• Commit to personal growth and continuous learning, staying up to date with the latest pensions legislation and industry developments.

Job description

Gallagher Benefit Services is seeking a Pensions Consultant to join the First Actuarial team, based in Basingstoke, Leeds, Peterborough or Tonbridge. You will deliver consultancy, secretariat, and governance services to a diverse client portfolio and manage trustee meetings with professional standards.

The role emphasises governance documentation, project leadership, and collaborative work with internal teams.