SSAS Pension Manager

Knightwell Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency based in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Senior SSAS Client Manager to manage a portfolio of pension scheme clients. The role requires expertise in SSAS administration and client interaction, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates should possess strong IT skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities. This position offers flexible hours, with part-time or full-time options available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in SSAS administration.
• Broad knowledge of SSAS regulatory requirements and HMRC reporting.
• Experience in a client-facing role, either in administration or advisory.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SSAS clients ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Perform day-to-day SSAS administration tasks.
• Handle investment instructions and property transactions.

Skills

SSAS administration

Client management

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Senior SSAS Client Manager

Location: Manchester, M14

Hours: Part‑Time or Full‑Time

Department: SSAS (Small Self‑Administered Pension Schemes)

Start: Immediate / Quick Start Available

About the Role

Clearcut Accounting is seeking an experienced Senior SSAS Client Manager to join our specialist pensions team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with hands‑on SSAS experience who can confidently manage a portfolio of pension scheme clients and deliver a high‑quality, compliant service.

If you have a strong understanding of SSAS administration—including record‑keeping, AFT returns, event reporting, bank reconciliations, handling investment requests, property transactions, and member benefits—we would welcome your application. Experience in a client‑facing capacity is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SSAS clients, ensuring full compliance with HMRC and regulatory requirements.
• Carry out day‑to‑day SSAS administration including:
• Record‑keeping and maintaining scheme documentation
• Preparing and submitting AFT returns
• Completing event reporting and updating HMRC where required
• Bank reconciliation and transactional record management
• Handling investment instructions, property transactions and member benefit requests
• Provide technical support to internal colleagues as required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, introducers, and stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience working with SSAS administration.
• Broad knowledge of SSAS regulatory requirements, HMRC reporting, and pension scheme processes.
• Experience dealing directly with clients in either an administrative or advisory capacity.
• Strong IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational ability, and communication skills.
• Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive client information.