Senior Pensions Project Analyst

4 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom XPS Pensions Full time

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Senior Pensions Project Analyst

GMP, Buy-in/ Buy-out, Data Cleansing, Public Sector, or Pension Dashboard teams.

Hybrid at any of our XPS office locations

Full Time

Permanent

Ref: REQ002771

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 Pensions Administration business continues to grow and we are now looking for a Pensions Project Analyst to join our vibrant Administration Projects Team (APT) with hybrid working attached to any of our XPS office locations. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in a pure pensions administration role, or pensions project role where they have gained knowledge and experience of Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes.

The Team

Our award-winning pensions administration business puts scheme members at the heart of everything we do. Our services include scheme administration, first-time outsourcing, member communications and scam protection.

Our Administration Projects Team (APT) team undertakes projects such as:

  • GMP rectification/equalisation
  • Buy-in/ Buy-out
  • Data Cleansing
  • Ad hoc projects for example scheme closures, benefit rectifications, liability reduction exercises
  • McCloud implementation: Public sector pension benefit rectification across police, fire, MOJ and LGPS pension schemes.
  • Pension Dashboards

The Role

As a Senior Pensions Project Analyst with XPS you will:

  • Support Project Consultants to undertake project work; ensuring delivery in line with project deadlines and client expectations.
  • Updating relevant pension administration databases and systems
  • Performing basic calculations
  • Running automated systems extracts.
  • Data Manipulation
  • Reviewing Member Records
  • Working closely with other departments/teams to ensure project delivery
  • Ensuring the accurate updating of time recording system for both chargeable and non-chargeable activities and meeting required utilisation target
  • Due to the changing nature of the business, the job holder may from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within their capabilities.

Your profile

Essential Criteria

  • Previous experience in a similar Pensions Project role or within BAU Pensions Administration.
  • Previous Defined Benefit pensions experience.
  • Maths and English GCSE grade 4/C or equivalent.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Excellent organisational and planning skills.
  • Ability to work in advance of deadlines and prioritising multiple tasks.
  • Able to see projects/tasks through to completion within given timescales.
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Able to follow instructions, procedures, policies and assimilate information quickly in a consistent manner.
  • Able to take ownership and responsibility for own work.
  • Enthusiastic, positive and flexible approach to work.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is required to perform the duties - both numerical and written.
  • Good oral and written communication skills.
  • An active listener and able to follow through on instructions given.
  • Able to work as part of a multi-disciplined team.
  • Good Problem-Solving Skills.

What we offer:

We offer an attractive reward package, typical benefits can include:

  • 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.

Please discuss with the recruitment team, via phone or email, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process. For example, we can provide materials in an alternative format, or give you extra time in interviews or tests.

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.

Please note we reserve the right to close our vacancies early and we only accept CVs direct from candidates or our preferred supplier list.

XPS try wherever possible to respond to all applicants if for any reason you have not heard from us within 28 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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