Senior Pension Project Analyst

Gallagher; Greater London; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career development

Collaborative culture

Global reach / local impact

Job summary

Gallagher is recruiting for a Project Analyst within our Pension Administration team in the UK. The role focuses on delivering pension projects, with emphasis on data, calculations, and reporting.

You will interact with stakeholders and support senior colleagues to ensure successful project outcomes. Ideal candidates will have experience with Defined Benefit schemes, strong numeracy, and proficiency in Excel and Word, plus the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience with Final Salary/pension scheme administration.
• Solid understanding of scheme rules and GMP.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead pension projects and events, ensuring smooth execution.
• Process and check calculations and prepare detailed reports.
• Keep stakeholders informed at each step of the project.
• Support the Principal when needed and collaborate with teams.
• Participate in post-project reviews to drive improvements.

Skills

Pension schemes

Numeracy

Excel

Word

Communication

Organisation

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher.

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of the project delivery team within our Pension Administration business. Our team is expanding, and we are actively recruiting for multiple Project Analyst roles.

This position is ideal for individuals with experience in Defined Benefit scheme administration who are looking to focus more on projects and data. Whether you are already working as an Analyst, Technician, or in a similar role, or if you are a Pension Administrator, Senior, or Principal seeking a fresh and more challenging direction, this is your chance to embrace an exciting new opportunity within a growing organisation.

To be successful in your application, you must have experience in Final Salary Pension scheme administration, including a solid understanding of scheme rules, regulations, and GMP work. Strong analytical skills, particularly with data and proficiency in Excel, are essential. Additionally, you must have the right to work in the UK.

How You'll Make An Impact

You’ll take the lead on pension projects and events, ensuring everything runs seamlessly. From processing and checking calculations to preparing detailed reports, your work will be at the heart of what we do. You’ll keep stakeholders informed every step of the way and step up to support the Principal when needed. Your contributions will have a lasting impact on our team and the clients we serve.

Here’s what else you’ll do:

• Communicate with stakeholders through email, calls, and meetings.
• Prepare and check member correspondence and client reports.
• Collaborate with team members and support teams.
• Help improve processes by participating in post-project reviews.

About You

Here’s what you’ll bring to the role:

• Experience with occupational pension schemes, including DB, DC, and Hybrid schemes.
• A logical approach to problem-solving and strong numeracy skills.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Excel (e.g., v-lookups, formulas, pivot tables) and Word (e.g., reports, mail merges).
• The ability to explain complex calculations in simple terms.
• Great communication skills and the ability to work well in a team or on your own.
• Strong organisational skills to manage and prioritise workloads effectively.

Compensation And Benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.

In addition, although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled).