SSAS Pension Manager

Amor Hire Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior SSAS Client Manager located in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of hands-on experience in SSAS administration and a deep understanding of regulatory compliance. You will manage a client portfolio, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services, including record-keeping, AFT returns, and property transactions. This part-time or full-time role offers an immediate start and promises a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in SSAS administration.
• Broad knowledge of SSAS regulatory requirements and HMRC processes.
• Experience in client-facing roles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SSAS clients, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Perform various SSAS administration tasks, including record-keeping.
• Handle investment instructions and member benefit requests.

Skills

SSAS administration

Client management

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

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.