Finance Graduate

Morgan McKinley; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a Pension Administrator for an initial 6-month contract in Ireland. The role involves managing a portfolio of pension schemes, processing member documentation, and communicating with members and employers.

It offers hands-on experience within a established financial services environment. The ideal candidate will have a Finance degree, QFA modules, strong attention to detail, and excellent organisational and communication skills, with proficiency in Excel, Word, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or similar field required.
• QFA designation or completion of Regulatory, Pensions, and Life Assurance modules towards QFA.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with Irish pension legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage a portfolio of pension schemes.
• Process new business, renewals, transfers, and member documentation.
• Handle queries from members, employers, and internal stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of annual benefit statements and scheme reviews.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure compliance and service standards.
• Maintain accurate records and drive process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative working

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook

Education

Degree in Finance

QFA modules towards QFA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Contract: Initial 12-Month Contract (with view to extension or permanency)

About the Role

A leading financial services organisation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Pension Administrator to join its Pensions Operations team on an initial 6-month contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a well-established financial institution, working in a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage a portfolio of pension schemes in line with internal policies and regulatory standards
• Process new business, renewals, transfers, and member documentation accurately and efficiently
• Handle queries from members, employers, and internal stakeholders in a professional and timely manner
• Support the preparation of annual benefit statements and scheme reviews
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure compliance and high service standards
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Degree in Finance or similar field.
• Qualified Financial Adviser (QFA) designation, or completion of the Regulatory, Pensions, and Life Assurance modules towards QFA
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with Irish pension legislation and regulatory frameworks

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work within a reputable and established financial services organisation
• Competitive daily rate or salary, depending on experience
• Strong potential for contract extension or conversion to a permanent role