Actuarial and Pension Services Specialist

6 days ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Spence & Partners Ltd. Full time
About Spence & Partners Ltd.

As a leading UK firm of pensions experts, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results for our clients across the country from our major city offices.

Our group includes one of the UK's largest professional pension scheme trustee companies, providing comprehensive services that cover actuarial, consulting, investment consulting, and administration, ensuring seamless solutions for trustees, employers, and members.

Our dedicated team prioritises staff well-being to drive commercial success and provides excellent service profitably, achieving the best outcomes for pension scheme members, trustees, and employers.

You will have the opportunity to tackle diverse issues arising in pension administration after completing your training. Our team excels in handling complex tasks, from winding up schemes and calculating members' pension benefits to forensic research, while delivering an outstanding service to our scheme members. This variety makes Spence & Partners Ltd. a stimulating opportunity for those passionate about a career in pensions.

Job Requirements & Benefits

Key skills required for this role include:

  • Strategic Leadership and Visionary Thinking
  • Influential Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Collaborative Teamwork, Analytical Problem-Solving, Proactive Planning, Professional Ethics

To succeed in this position, you must possess:

  • A strong academic record, with a minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant field
  • A Level Maths grade B or above (or equivalent)
  • GCSE Maths and English Grade A-C or above
  • Demonstrated technical and academic prowess through grades and achievements
  • Proven extra-curricular engagement and learning in your chosen career path
  • A genuine interest in the industry we serve
  • Exceptional proficiency in computerised systems, including Microsoft Office/Windows applications, particularly Excel

Desirable qualifications for this role include:

  • Relevant work experience
  • Attendance at events, seminars, and self-study sessions to enhance industry knowledge

We offer a competitive salary of £37,500 - £42,500 per annum, commensurate with experience, plus a range of benefits, including generous holiday entitlement, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth and development.



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