Pensions Project Analyst

Xafinity Consulting Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK consulting firm as a Pensions Project Analyst, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting pension administration projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant team, engaging in diverse projects such as GMP rectification and pension dashboards. With a focus on accuracy and teamwork, you'll contribute to meaningful outcomes that impact scheme members. Embrace a hybrid working model that promotes flexibility and work-life balance, while being part of an inclusive and supportive environment. If you're passionate about pensions and eager to develop your career, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary Bonus Scheme

25 days holiday plus flexibility

Flexible Bank holidays

Pension scheme with matching contributions

Healthcare cash plan

Life Assurance cover

XPS Rewards for discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Experience in pensions project roles or administration.
• Knowledge of Defined Benefit pension schemes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support project work and ensure timely delivery.
• Update pension administration databases and perform calculations.
• Collaborate with teams for project success.

Skills

Pensions Administration

Defined Benefit (DB) Schemes

Data Manipulation

Microsoft Excel

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Maths and English GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

At XPS Group we operate a hybrid/flexible working style. We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. As part of our Disability Confident pledge we run the ‘Offer an interview’ scheme at XPS. If you have a disability and meet the ‘essential criteria’ described in the person specification for the role being applied for, you are guaranteed an interview.

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please email [e-mail].

location_on Location: London - (Homeworker)

work_outline Basis: Full time

Job Profile for Pensions Project Analyst

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included. As a Disability Confident committed employer, we will support all applicants throughout the recruitment process. Each stage of the process is inclusive and offers reasonable adjustments where required.

Job Details

Basis: Full time
Job category/type: XPS Administration
Date posted: 20/12/2024
Job reference: REQ002716

Job Description

Pensions Project Analyst

GMP, Buy-in/ Buy-out, Data Cleansing, Public Sector, or Pension Dashboard teams.

Hybrid at any of our XPS office locations.

Full Time

Permanent

Ref: REQ002716

XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors.

We are now looking for a Pensions Project Analyst to join our vibrant Administration Projects Team (APT) with hybrid working attached to any of our XPS office locations. This role would most likely suit someone with previous experience in a pure pensions administration role, or pensions project role where they have gained knowledge and experience of Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes.

The Team

Our award-winning pensions administration business puts scheme members at the heart of everything we do. Our services include scheme administration, first-time outsourcing, member communications, and scam protection.

Our Administration Projects Team (APT) undertakes projects such as:

• GMP rectification/equalisation
• Buy-in/ Buy-out
• Data Cleansing
• Ad hoc projects for example scheme closures, benefit rectifications, liability reduction exercises
• McCloud implementation: Public sector pension benefit rectification across police, fire, MOJ and LGPS pension schemes.
• Pension Dashboards

The Role

As a Pensions Project Analyst with XPS you will:

• Support Senior Project Analysts and Project Consultants to undertake project work; ensuring delivery in line with project deadlines and client expectations.
• Updating relevant pension administration databases and systems.
• Performing basic calculations.
• Running automated systems extracts.
• Data Manipulation.
• Reviewing Member Records.
• Working closely with other departments/teams to ensure project delivery.
• Ensuring the accurate updating of time recording system for both chargeable and non-chargeable activities and meeting required utilisation target.
• Due to the changing nature of the business, the job holder may from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within their capabilities.

Your Profile

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in a similar Pensions Project role or within BAU Pensions Administration.
• Previous Defined Benefit pensions experience.
• Maths and English GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent.
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to work in advance of deadlines and prioritise multiple tasks.
• Able to see projects/tasks through to completion within given timescales.
• Willingness to learn.
• Able to follow instructions, procedures, policies and assimilate information quickly in a consistent manner.
• Able to take ownership and responsibility for own work.
• Enthusiastic, positive and flexible approach to work.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required to perform the duties - both numerical and written.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• An active listener and able to follow through on instructions given.
• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplined team.
• Good Problem-Solving Skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday
• Flexible Bank holidays
• Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
• Healthcare cash plan
• Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work
• Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
• XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings)
• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
• Access to a digital GP service
• Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events
• Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS

What Next:

If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements:

• Right to Work confirmation
• DBS Disclosure check
• Employment or educational references covering five years
• Satisfactory credit check

We continuously strive to build an inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued.

Please note we reserve the right to close our vacancies early and we only accept CVs direct from candidates or our preferred supplier list.