Actuarial Pensions Director

The Actuary; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 150,000 - GBP 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK consultancy is seeking an Actuarial Pensions Director for its Scottish team. This senior leadership role requires extensive experience in the UK DB pensions market and a Scheme Actuary Certificate. Responsibilities include strategic management of client portfolios, business development, and staff mentoring. Ideal for those looking for progression in a collaborative and supportive environment. The culture is focused on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the UK DB pensions market.
• Strong technical credibility and commercial mindset.
• Experience managing and developing people.

Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships and influence strategy.
• Manage a portfolio of DB pension scheme clients.
• Support business development and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

People management

Client relationship management

Education

Scheme Actuary Certificate

Job description

# Actuarial Pensions DirectorEmployerLocation: ScotlandSalary: NegotiableClosing date: 20 Feb 2026Reference: JN -012026-90832View more categoriesView less categoriesSectorContract TypeHoursExperience/FunctionYou need to or to save a job.Send jobLocation: Glasgow or EdinburghWe are working with a well-established UK consultancy to appoint an Actuarial Director into their Scottish pensions team. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Actuary who enjoys combining client leadership, people management and business development within a growing and supportive environment.The firm works predominantly with small to medium sized pension schemes, offering a broad range of actuarial and advisory services. The culture is collaborative, commercially minded and focused on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients and staff alike.The RoleYou will play a key role in leading client relationships and shaping the future growth of the pensions practice in Scotland. The position offers real scope to influence strategy, develop people and build a strong personal profile within the market.Key responsibilities include:Strategic management of a portfolio of DB pension scheme clients, including oversight of delivery, advice and fee agreementsSupporting and driving business development activity, including identifying new opportunities and contributing to business planningLine management and development of actuarial staff, including recruitment, performance management and mentoringAbout YouYou will be an experienced pensions actuary with strong technical credibility and a commercial mindset. You are likely already operating at senior manager or director level, or ready to step up.You will have:Extensive experience in the UK DB pensions marketIdeally Scheme Actuary CertificateStrong awareness of the wider pensions and consulting landscapeProven experience managing and developing peopleIf you'e an experienced Scheme Actuary looking for a senior leadership role with influence and progression, this is well worth a conversation.Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.## Apply for Actuarial Pensions Directorto apply instantlyFields marked with an asterisk (\*) are required