Senior Pensions System Analyst

Gallagher; West of England; Remote; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Career development

Job summary

Gallagher Benefit Services is seeking an experienced third party Pensions Administrator to join our Pension Systems Team and deliver exceptional implementation services for new clients, and transformation projects for existing clients. This is a fully remote role with the flexibility to work from anywhere while making a meaningful impact on the pensions industry through innovative projects.

You will collaborate with transition consultants, act as Lead Transition Analyst on projects, and work

Qualifications

• Pensions expertise including manual calculations and actuarial instructions.
• Experience in third party pension administration.
• Familiarity with pension systems, databases and automation.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with transition consultants to deliver implementation services.
• Lead Transition Analyst on allocated projects.
• Work with project managers to ensure projects progress on time.
• Create benefit specification summaries from scheme documentation.
• Configure automated calculations using Gallagher’s Excel-based systems.
• Develop and execute test packs for automation projects.
• Provide working proformas for classes not in automated routines.
• Support data services in reviewing data loads and test system enhancements.
• Stay up to date with pensions legislation and system functionality.
• Ensure work is peer-reviewed and adheres to audit criteria.

Skills

Pensions knowledge

Analytical skills

Team player

MS Office

Communication

Tools

Pension systems

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.

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

Ready to elevate your pensions career to the next level? We’re seeking an experienced third party Pensions Administrator to join our Pension Systems Team and deliver exceptional implementation services for new Gallagher clients, as well as transformation projects for existing clients. This is a fully remote role, giving you the flexibility to work from anywhere while making a meaningful impact on the pensions industry through innovative and high-quality projects.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Collaborate with a team of transition consultants to deliver seamless implementation services.
• Act as the Lead Transition Analyst on allocated implementation projects.
• Work closely with project managers to ensure projects progress smoothly and are completed on time.
• Create proprietary benefit specification summaries based on scheme documentation to support calculations and automation.
• Configure automated calculations using Gallagher’s proprietary Excel-based systems for new implementations and transformation projects.
• Develop and execute test packs to ensure the accuracy of automation projects.
• Provide working proformas for classes not included in automated routines.
• Support data services in reviewing data loads and test system enhancements as required.
• Stay up to date with pensions legislation and system functionality.
• Ensure all work is peer-reviewed and adheres to best practices, project assurance criteria, and audit requirements.

About You

• Pensions Expertise: Strong technical knowledge and experience in pensions, including manual calculations, scheme rules and actuarial instructions.
• Background: Experience of working in third party pension administration
• Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with pension systems, databases, and automation processes.
• Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Team Player: Experience working in project teams and following instructions effectively.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel) at a competent to advanced level.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Why Join Gallagher?

At Gallagher, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Work on meaningful projects that make a difference to our clients and their members.
• Collaborate with a talented and supportive team.
• Develop your skills and grow your career in a global organisation that values excellence, innovation, and teamwork.

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.

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)