Group Risk Consultant
Any XPS Office Location
Hybrid/Remote
Full Time/Part Time
Permanent
XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential.
Our Group Risk team continues to grow and we are now looking for an experienced Group Risk Consultant to join one of our vibrant offices with hybrid or remote working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in a similar role where they have gained knowledge and experience in advising and administering group risk arrangements for a portfolio of clients.
The Group Risk Consulting team works with colleagues and other internal teams who are committed to providing a first-class service to our clients. The team is responsible for advising, arranging, implementing and the ongoing management of Group Life Assurance, Group Income Protection and Group Critical Illness arrangements for our clients.
The Role
As a Group Risk Consultant with XPS you will be involved in:
Client work
* Manage and grow an existing portfolio of group risk clients
* Advise, source, arrange and implement group risk arrangements for the client portfolio
* Undertake day to day administrative support for the group risk client portfolio
* Provide support to colleagues within both the pensions teams and group risk consulting team
* Prepare for, attend and follow up client meetings
Business Growth
* Work with clients to ensure they understand the full range of services available from XPS
* Generate and share ideas for new business development
* Support and participate in growth and business development activities
* Manage, participate in, or assist with ad-hoc projects as necessary
People and work management
* Managing and prioritising personal workflow
* Ensuring accurate time recording for both chargeable, non-chargeable activities and meeting required relevant targets
* Adhere to company and regulatory reporting requirements
* Work and liaise with internal departments and external advisors
* Develop relationships with the relevant group risk insurance companies
Development
* Undertake relevant CPD activities and maintain records
* Develop knowledge and understanding of group risk, pensions, ancillary benefits and the supporting regulatory framework
* Attend and participate in internal technical training sessions and other non-client activities such as delivering technical training courses.
* Participate in work related to other legislative requirements and group risk consultancy.
Your Profile
Essential Criteria
* Previous experience in a group risk role, with direct experience in advising and administering group risk arrangements for a portfolio of clients.
* Strong IT skills competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable Criteria
* Ideally, the individual has completed GR1, with knowledge of Defined Contribution pension, Defined Benefit pension and Group Risk arrangements.
* The individual may be part way through or have attained PMI, CII, or equivalent qualifications.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
* 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday
* Flexible Bank holidays
* Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
* Healthcare cash plan
* Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
* Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
* XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone)
* Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
* Access to a digital GP service
* Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events
* Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS
What Next
If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided and we look forward to learning more about you. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements:
* Right to Work confirmation
* DBS Disclosure check
* Employment or educational references covering five years
* Satisfactory credit check
We continuously strive to build an inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued, including age, background, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or sexual orientation.
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