Senior Pensions Technical Lead & Specialist, In-house Scheme

Abenefit2u; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national employer is seeking an experienced Senior Pensions Technical Lead to support its complex portfolio of pension schemes. The role involves serving as the technical expert, addressing regulatory queries, and mentoring team members. Ideal candidates will have advanced pensions knowledge, strong governance understanding, and excellent communication skills. This senior position offers the opportunity to influence pension policy and lead significant projects while working in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Mentoring and leadership opportunities

Varied and meaningful projects

Qualifications

• Strong pensions experience within a technical, governance or specialist advisory role.
• PMI qualifications desirable but not essential.
• Strong IT skills including Excel and Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the Technical Subject Matter Expert across DB, DC and Public Sector schemes.
• Investigating and resolving complex member cases.
• Producing technical guidance and mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

Advanced pensions technical knowledge

Strong grasp of governance

Excellent analytical ability

Exceptional communication skills

Confident in decision-making

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

PMI qualifications (e.g. RPC, QPA, PMI Trustee Certificate)

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Workday

Job description

Senior Pensions Technical Lead & Specialist, In-house Scheme

A leading national employer is seeking an experienced Senior Specialist to join its in‑house pensions function. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a highly influential role supporting a complex portfolio of pension schemes, including DB, DC Master Trust and LGPS arrangements.

You will act as the department’s senior subject‑matter expert, advising on technical queries, regulatory compliance, complex member cases and policy development, while supporting strategic projects and acting as a mentor to the wider team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Acting as the internal Technical Subject Matter Expert across DB, DC and Public Sector schemes
• Investigating and resolving complex member cases, complaints and IDRPs
• Interpreting scheme rules, Trust Deeds and legislation and sharing findings with the team
• Managing calculations and queries including Annual Allowance, Lifetime Allowance and pension flexibility
• Providing guidance on LGPS administration, including ill‑health and flexible retirement
• Supporting regulatory projects including GMP and actuarial valuations
• Leading technical workstreams on scheme changes, mergers & strategic initiatives
• Producing technical guidance, training materials and mentoring junior colleagues
• Building strong relationships with Trustees, advisers, administrators and internal stakeholders
• Ensuring excellent customer service to members and delivering best‑practice standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Advanced pensions technical knowledge, particularly across DB, DC and LGPS
• Strong grasp of governance, legislation and regulatory requirements
• Excellent analytical ability and attention to detail
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Confident in decision‑making, problem‑solving and explaining technical matters clearly
• Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with high professional standards

Qualifications & Experience:

• Strong pensions experience within a technical, governance or specialist advisory role
• PMI qualifications (e.g. RPC, QPA, PMI Trustee Certificate) are desirable but not essential
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Google Sheets; Workday/other systems beneficial)

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to shape policies and influence key pension decisions
• Senior role with mentoring and leadership opportunities
• Work on varied, meaningful projects in a complex and evolving pensions landscape
• Ongoing professional development, including training in governance, influencing, vendor management

Interested? If you’re an experienced pension professional looking to step into a technically challenging, high‑impact in‑house role, Abenefit2u would love to hear from you.

How to Apply or Learn More About This Role:

Click the APPLY NOW button below or email [e-mail] for a full job profile and benefit package, and to take your interest further, or call Dianne Beer on 07747 800 740 to discuss the role further.