Senior Pensions Project Analyst
We are seeking a Senior Pensions Project Analyst to support our pension scheme administration service.
This role is specifically intended to support the operational teams in delivering scheme projects alongside business-as-usual operations. You will be supporting the operational teams in the delivery of technical administration projects but will not have any direct client operational/portfolio responsibilities. This role is designed to help us quickly adapt and deliver administration projects without the need to divert resources from existing day-to-day operations.
With the support of administrators and team leaders, you will be required to simultaneously deliver a number of different technical projects for clients. Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands are therefore essential. Whilst some knowledge of project management tools is advantageous, it is not essential for this role. Previous experience of working on and delivering technical administration projects is our primary requirement.
The types of projects you will be asked to work on will include: GMP reconciliation projects; GMP equalisation projects; benefit analysis and rectification work; new scheme implementations; individual technical or high-priority cases; scheme events; support and cover for the operational teams when necessary.
The work is extremely varied, and you will be supported by an experienced and knowledgeable team. You will be expected to adapt quickly and to spend your time working on a mix of projects prioritised by their commercial and operational importance.
Reporting to the project team leader, you will be expected to work independently. Whilst the role does not have any direct management responsibilities, you will be expected to work alongside the operational teams and manage any resources allocated to you for the delivery of your projects. This could include systems analysts, administrators, or third-party suppliers.
We are firstly looking for a technical administration specialist rather than someone from a project or client management background. You will be working on a range of projects that will require strong technical skills and a good understanding of pension legislation. You will be expected to deliver projects rather than manage resources, and we are therefore looking for someone with experience of delivering administration projects rather than managing projects. Ideally, you will have experience in working in a similar role or will have a strong technical background in pensions administration and are looking for a pensions project-based role and a new challenge.
This role can be based in our city centre offices in Birmingham, Manchester, Reading, Croydon, Edinburgh, Leeds, or Bristol.
What does the role entail?
* Prioritising project and scheme work to ensure delivery in accordance with client Service Level Agreements.
* Processing scheme events and projects within targets ensuring it complies with internal standards and scheme and legislative rules.
* Peer reviewing and checking member and scheme events processed by less experienced Administrators to ensure they comply with the scheme rules and legislation.
* Producing letters, emails, and reports based on set templates as well as producing bespoke letters, emails, and reports where required.
* Maintain a culture which reflects Isio’s values and puts the member at the heart of all activities.
* Attendance of Trustee or client meetings.
* Attending internal and external meetings to provide support and guidance on scheme event and project-related administration issues.
* Keeping up to date with technical and scheme changes.
* Supporting and covering the operational teams where necessary.
* Identifying and recording non-core fee events.
* Liaising with contacts to maintain and build strong client relationships.
What we’re looking for
* Demonstrable experience of delivering administration services to Defined Benefit pension schemes.
* Strong technical pensions and legislative knowledge and understanding.
* Where pension experience is limited, a high level of mathematical competency and experience in data collation and manipulation using complex Excel functions is required.
* Experience of working in a third-party administration environment.
* Strong MS Office skills.
What you can expect in return
* A competitive salary and market-leading bonus scheme with stretch targets for high performance.
* Study support to help you achieve professional qualifications, with salary increases for exam passes.
* Development and training opportunities to support your career ambitions throughout your time with us.
* A friendly and supportive team who will help you to deliver your best work.
You can find out more about us and the benefits we offer here Isio – Careers & Benefits
What’s next?
Click on the ‘apply’ and follow the simple application process online.
At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful, and leaves a lasting impact.
We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email hrrecruitment@isio.com
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