Pensions Technical Lead

www.sammons.co.uk; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Pensions Technical Lead in London to provide specialist knowledge on complex pension matters and mentor junior team members. The role involves resolving member cases, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic initiatives within a hybrid working environment. Extensive experience with Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution schemes is essential, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in DB, DC Master Trust, and LGPS schemes.
• In-depth knowledge of pensions legislation and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to mentor and support junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex member cases and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead on technical interpretations and scheme administration queries.
• Support strategic pension initiatives and projects.
• Mentor junior team members while maintaining exceptional customer service.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Mentoring abilities

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Job description

London | £50000 - £60000 per annum, Benefits: Car Allowance | Posted yesterday

• Job Title: Pensions Technical Lead
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Location: London
• Job Base: Hybrid
• Salary: £50000 - £60000 per annum, Benefits: Car Allowance
• Reference: V-117187
• Contact Phone: [phone]
• Job Published: 19/12/2025 14:05

Job Description

Fantastic time to join this in-house Pensions team as they go through an exciting transformation period, focussed on long-term process development and efficiencies.
As the Senior Technical Expert you will provide specialist knowledge and guidance on complex pension matters across a diverse portfolio of arrangements. This role demands deep technical expertise in Defined Benefit (DB), Defined Contribution (DC) Master Trust, and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
About the role

• Resolve complex member cases and ensure regulatory compliance through your own expertise and collaboration with external advisers.
• Lead on technical interpretations and scheme administration queries across multiple pension and life assurance arrangements.
• Mentor junior team members while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
• Support strategic pension initiatives and projects, adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Handle a share of day-to-day administration tasks for joiners, leavers, retirements, and deaths, focusing on complex cases and checking work completed by others.
• Act as cover for key roles such as Trustee & Supplier Oversight Lead and occasionally the Pensions Operations & Supplier Relationship Manager.
• Collaborate on policy and strategy with the Pensions Governance, Projects & Strategy Manager and their team.
• Proactively engage in personal development to stay ahead of governance processes, legislation, and emerging industry trends.

About You

• Extensive experience in DB, DC Master Trust, and LGPS schemes.
• In-depth knowledge of pensions legislation, governance processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving complex member cases.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with external advisers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor and support junior team members.
• A proactive approach to learning and staying current with industry trends.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and contribute to strategic projects.
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

Please quote reference 117187

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