Senior Pensions Administration Lead

XPS Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pensions consultancy firm in Reading is seeking a Senior Consultant to lead pension administration services and provide expert advice to clients. The role involves overseeing client relationships and managing projects while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements. Ideal candidates will have deep knowledge of pensions legislation and prior supervisory experience. This position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility

Healthcare plans

Life assurance

Retailer discounts

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of pension administration activities applicable to any scheme.
• Previous experience with defined benefit schemes including various benefits processing.
• Thorough knowledge of pensions legislation and the ability to stay informed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the provision of pension administration services for the assigned client portfolio.
• Oversee day-to-day client relationship management with trustees and corporate clients.
• Provide expert consultative advice on pension queries and keep abreast of changes.
• Manage annual and ad-hoc projects ensuring compliance with requirements.

Skills

Expert knowledge of pension administration activities

Previous experience with defined benefit schemes

Thorough knowledge of pensions legislation

Previous supervisory and management experience

Strong IT skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Project management experience

Numerical aptitude

Job description

A leading pensions consultancy firm in Reading is seeking a Senior Consultant to lead pension administration services and provide expert advice to clients. The role involves overseeing client relationships and managing projects while ensuring compliance with legislative requirements. Ideal candidates will have deep knowledge of pensions legislation and prior supervisory experience. This position offers competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits in a hybrid work environment.