Senior Pensions Data and Transition Specialist

Willis Towers Watson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance organization is seeking a Senior Data Specialist to lead installation projects for DB pension schemes. This role involves managing complex data analysis and configurations while ensuring high-quality service delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and communication skills, proven track record in project management, and experience in UK pension data. Flexible working options are offered, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Employee assistance programme

Volunteer day

Electric vehicle car scheme

Share scheme

Cycle-to-work programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering multiple projects to deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of UK DB pension arrangements and data analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex pension issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of new client installation projects.
• Navigate complexities of UK pensions scheme membership data.
• Guide colleagues to ensure efficient data installations.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Pension data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving

Delegation

Tools

Pension administration systems

Job description

Description

An exciting opportunity to join our growing eepoint UK data installation team, underpinning our OneDB proposition. We strongly believe in providing a quality service for DB pension schemes and are investing heavily in this area of our business. We have a strong pipeline of new business and are looking for people to manage the migration of these schemes and help us grow further. This is a unique chance to work in a vibrant, collaborative and innovative team, responsible for both the delivery of new client installations as well as continuously improving our underlying technology and processes to further streamline our service to clients.

The Role

• Team leader and senior data specialist within a dedicated team responsible for the delivery of new client installation projects.
• You will be highly numerate with good analytical skills, plus organisation skills and core project management behaviours to complement your technical expertise.
• Projects will involve the analysis, transformation, mapping and system configuration of pension scheme data onto our proprietary administration platform.
• Applying your experience, you will help the team navigate the complexities of UK pensions scheme membership data, guiding colleagues to ensure data installations are completed efficiently, to a high standard and to agreed timescales. The ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to a broad audience is essential.
• You will be able to adapt to new ways of working and new systems, as well as providing constructive feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Experience in pension data analysis and transitions in an administration, consulting or insurer context is advantageous as well as more advanced data and benefit auditing.

Our Work Style

We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and WTW offers flexible working opportunities (full time or part time) in a ‘hybrid’ style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients.

Office Location

This role can be based out of any of our London, Reigate, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Edinburgh offices.

Qualifications

The Requirements

• A proven track record in delivering multiple projects to set deadlines
• An innovative approach to solving problems; openness to new solutions
• Strong knowledge and experience of UK DB pension arrangements, including experience of analysing and mapping pension scheme data
• A strong understanding of how data is used in benefit calculations and processes
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Experience working with pension administration systems or other similar databases
• A clear and concise communicator of complex or technical issues relating to UK pensions and member data to a broad audience
• Experience in developing close working relationships with clients and/or external third parties, or suppliers
• Proven delegation skills and a natural desire to coach and mentor junior associates
• A firm commitment to delivering high quality service
• Ability to work both independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to think strategically and propose solutions, as well as identify risks and issues
• An ability to foster and support the delivery of projects within a team environment
• Inquisitive, self-starter attitude and ability to work with ambiguity

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [e-mail]