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We are seeking a dedicated Pensions Specialist to join our client's Human Resources team supporting the Pensions Manager in the Transport & Distribution industry.
Client Details
Our client is a large organisation in the Transport & Distribution industry. They are renowned for their commitment to superior service and their strategic approach to their Human Resources operations.
Description
- Organise all DB Scheme Trustee, Sub-Committee, and DC Governance Committee meetings, including preparing and distributing papers, taking minutes, and maintaining action logs.
- Record meeting discussions and resolutions, manage follow-ups with external advisers, and maintain governance documents (Risk Registers, Business Plans, Trustee Timetables, Training/Conflicts Logs).
- Support the Pensions Manager in overseeing third-party administration for DB and DC plans, ensuring service standards are met and addressing SLA issues.
- Coordinate with the Investment Adviser to onboard new investment managers, handling documentation and signatures.
- Assist with DB Scheme financial and statutory reporting in collaboration with the Scheme Auditor and third-party administrator.
- Develop and manage annual Member Nominated Director elections and draft member communications for both DB and DC schemes, including newsletters and policy updates.
- Act as the key contact for internal stakeholders on pensions-related operations, internal audits, and process queries.
- Support DB Scheme projects (e.g., GMP Equalisation, legislative changes, member website development) and contribute to ad hoc internal projects as needed.
- Build internal and external networks to provide insights on pensions, informed by market trends, technical knowledge, and legislative developments.
Profile
A successful Pensions Specialist should have:
- Proven experience in pension administration and management.
- In depth detailed knowledge of UK pensions legislation, regulatory requirements and developments for Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution pension arrangements.
- Already holding, or progressing to hold, a professional qualification from the Pensions Management Institute.
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
- Outstanding communication skills to deliver complex information in an understandable way.
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary range around £50,000-£55,000, subject to experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Dynamic and supportive company culture.
- Opportunity to work in the thriving Transport & Distribution industry.
- Convenient location in Hounslow with excellent transport links.
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for this exciting Pensions Specialist opportunity in the Transport & Distribution industry based in Hounslow.
