Pensions Technical & Governance Specialist

Zurich Insurance; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational insurance company in Swindon is looking for a Governance & Secretariat Manager to oversee Trustee governance frameworks and provide technical support on complex pensions matters. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and experience in governance. The role includes developing project strategies and managing team collaboration. This position offers significant employee benefits, including a 12% pension scheme and ample holiday options.

Benefits

12% defined contribution pension scheme

Annual company bonus

Access to private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Five additional paid days for volunteering

Qualifications

• Experience developing and maintaining robust scheme governance.
• Experience interpreting scheme rules and dealing with complex member cases.
• Willingness to embrace technology to achieve operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Analyse proposed legislative or regulatory changes.
• Work collaboratively with the in-house team and advisers.
• Provide Trustee secretariat support services.
• Develop the strategy for data management and maintenance.
• Provide proactive technical support on complex pensions matters.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Time management

Working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to interpret scheme rules

Team collaboration

Job description

Responsibilities

• Analyse proposed legislative or regulatory changes and consultations and make appropriate recommendations to the Governance and Secretariat Manager
• Work collaboratively with the in‑house team and advisers to scope and deliver projects and new initiatives
• Provide Trustee secretariat support services, including producing papers and procuring advice for the Trustee boards, implementing Trustee decisions and actions, and responding to IDRP complaints
• Provide secretarial support for the Trustee's cyber security working group
• Take ownership of the annual allowance project, managing the production of calculations and communications with affected members
• Develop the strategy for data management and maintenance
• Develop and maintain Trustee governance frameworks and policies
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the risk management framework
• Provide the in‑house team and UK businesses with proactive, accurate and timely technical support on complex pensions matters
• Interpret and apply the scheme rules for complex individual cases

Qualifications

• Experience developing and maintaining robust scheme governance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to communicate complex pension issues to individuals with varying degrees of pension knowledge
• Experience interpreting scheme rules and dealing with complex member cases
• The ability to work effectively from home as part of a team
• Good time management and work prioritisation
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Willingness to embrace technology to achieve operational efficiencies
• Good knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework that governs DB / DC occupational pension schemes, including the reporting and compliance requirements

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You'll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Everyone's different. That's why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year.

Benefits

• Financials
  • 12% defined contribution pension scheme
  • Annual company bonus
  • Income protection
  • Life cover – four times your salary
• Time away
  • 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays
  • You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you
  • Option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday
  • Three days paid volunteering
  • Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Your health is important to us
  • Access to private medical insurance
  • Virtual GP appointments
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Free flu jab
  • Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners
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