Technical Pensions Analyst

XPS Group; Manchester; In loco; GBP 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Discretionary bonus

25 days' holiday

Pension matching

Healthcare plans

Life Assurance

Flexible benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

XPS Group is seeking an analyst to support the installation and automation of pension administration systems, including DB/DC/Hybrid schemes. You will analyse data, prepare calculation specifications, and test automation while coordinating with client teams and third parties.

The role emphasizes accuracy, stakeholder collaboration, and scalable solutions. Based in the UK, the team operates within Implementation Services (IST) to deliver transition activities and ongoing support for multiple

Competenze

• Proven experience in a pensions administration environment.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience with administration systems and third-party IT suppliers.
• Ability to manage stakeholders and documentation accurately.

Mansioni

• Attend project meetings and contribute to technical design and outcomes.
• Setup and maintain technical documents for data mapping and automation testing.
• Perform data analysis, create calculation specifications and test packs.
• Execute regression and user acceptance testing and manage delivery schedules.
• Support existing client work, including new calculation automation and amendments.
• Collaborate with administration teams, clients, and third parties to drive improvements.

Conoscenze

Pensions experience

MS Excel

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Formazione

A-Levels or equivalent

Strumenti

PenScope

Compendia

ProFund

Descrizione del lavoro

This role is within Implementation Services (IST). IST is comprised of specialist teams whose members support the XPS Administration business in a variety of areas. The teams provide technical, IT and specialist expertise to XPS Administration that underpins the quality solutions we provide to our administration clients. The teams are located across the XPS Administration national offices., Transition Activity

• As part of transition activity, we will be required to install both Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution schemes onto our administration system, Aurora.
• Within a project the analyst is responsible for technical contributions to the successful completion of the project for the administration take on.
• The analyst will take ownership for the completion of all installation processes that are derived from the administration teams' requirements. This work will involve:
  • Attendance at project meetings
  • Consultation on technical processes and outcomes
  • The setup and maintenance of all technical documents relevant to support correct mapping of the data, and the setup calculation automation and its testing
  • Performance of technical work items including but not limited to:
    • Analysis of administration data sets
    • Creation of calculation specification and test pack for system automation
    • Regression and User Acceptance Testing
    • Management of the technical installation delivery schedule
• Calculation Support
• In addition to new business and transition activity, the analyst will also be required to support our administration teams work for existing clients, which is managed by internal helpdesk and ticketing systems. This will include but is not limited to:
  • New calculation automation
  • Amendments to existing calculation automation
  • Supporting Administration Projects Teams (APT) with project work
  • As part of this work the analyst will need to work closely with the administration team, client relationship mangers, admin projects team and any third parties.
• Internal Process
• The analyst will be asked to participate in the continuous improvement, review and development of team processes. This is not only in recognition of the changing marketplace, but that XPS values promote continual development of our processes to provide the best outcome for our clients.
• The analyst will also be expected to contribute within the wider Implementation Services to technical matters and to support knowledge transfers and mentorship across the teams.
• Due to the changing nature of the business, the job holder may from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within their capabilities.
• Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.
• Proven experience of working within a pensions administration team, or a pensions system support position in the is required, covering but not limited to a diverse range of pension arrangements: DB/DC/CARE/Public Sector/Master Trust.
• IT proficient in MS Office, with an emphasis on using Excel.
• Experience of working with common pension administration systems and third-party IT suppliers e.g. PenScope, Compendia, ProFund.
• Proficient knowledge in benefit structures and calculation requirements for DB, DC and Hybrid pension schemes.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplined team, influencing decisions where priorities and interests are often conflicting.
• Ability to multi-task and respond to changing priorities.
• Able to take ownership and responsibility for own work, including contributing actively.
• Flexible approach to work pressures.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to think laterally.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in documentation.
• Strong belief in adhering to deadlines and quality service.
• Able to recognise the need for a customer focused approach to deliveries both in terms of quality and exceeding customer expectations.

Desirable:

• Understanding of programming languages such as SQL and/or C# coding language.
• Candidates with strong A-Level qualifications (or equivalent qualifications).
• Strong Stakeholder management skills.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation skills to all levels.
• Able to articulate complex messages with clarity and ease to all audiences and flex style as required.
• Ability to create and manage documentation.
• Effective interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and build long-term working relationships at all levels, both internal and external of the organisation.
• Big Picture Thinking.
• Driving Change & Improvement and adaptable, responding well to feedback and the need for change.

• XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.
• Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days' holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.