• Client Service Specialist – Group Risk

  Are you an experienced employee benefits administrator? Are you open to exploring new positions?

  Here at Alexander Lloyd, we are currently partnered with an established employee benefits organisation that due to continued growth are looking for a Client Service Specialist to support consultants with their clients.

  Role & Responsibilities:

  • Being the first point of contact for client queries
  • Supporting with managing the renewals process
  • Producing reports for the consultants to review for upcoming renewals

  Essential Criteria:

  • Must have prior employee benefits experience, ideally Group Risk
  • Strong administration experience

  This role can be remote or hybrid to one of their offices.

  If you are interested in learning more, do reach out or apply today.

  Please quote 51470 when calling Collette Cardy at Alexander Lloyd or email them at cca@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  Client Services Specialist

• Are you a DB Pensions Specialist to join looking to get more involved in Special Projects? Our Client have a dedicated Projects team and due to continued success are looking to add to their team on a remote working basis. If you have experience working in an actuarial team or come from a technical or administration pensions background with experience in pensions calculations and advanced Excel skills (VLookups/Macros), then this could be the role for you! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to expand their actuarial career, with full study support available if you wish to start or continue the actuarial exams. With salary increments for exam passes! Or if you are just looking for a Specialist Pension role where you can utilise your technical knowledge this could also be of interest.

  What You’ll Be Doing:

  You will play a significant role in a variety of DB pensions projects, including working with occupational DB pension clients, public sector DB pension clients, and bulk annuity providers. Your tasks may include:

  • Benefits and data due diligence
  • Benefit calculation audits
  • Data validation and improvement/creation projects
  • Calculations testing (manual calculations and error identification in automated calculations)
  • Creating or reviewing benefit summary specifications
  • Attending client meetings and calls, and acting as a primary contact on some projects
  • Producing and reviewing consulting reports
  • Supporting and supervising junior team members

  Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervising and checking work of junior team members, offering timely feedback and development support
  • Working with actuaries within the special projects team and across the wider actuarial department
  • Maintaining a robust audit trail for all work activities
  • Liaising with internal teams to resolve identified issues efficiently and accurately
  • Managing the team’s workflow to ensure timely client delivery
  • Keeping up to date with pensions’ regulatory developments

  Who We’re Looking For:

  • Experience in a technical or administration role within DB pensions or currently working in an actuarial team (part-qualified or qualified by experience)
  • Advanced Excel skills (VLookups/Macros)
  • Practical experience with DB pensions calculations
  • Familiarity with public sector pensions (advantageous)
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication skills with both actuaries and non-actuaries
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently or as part of a team
  • Experience supporting and developing analysts through project work

  Please quote 51358 when calling Sarah at Alexander Lloyd or email them at sha@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website www.alexanderlloyd.co.uk for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  Pension Project Specialist

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is partnered with a market leading Pension Administration firm and are currently recruiting for Pensions Administrator to join their fast-paced and collaborative BAU Pensions Admin team on a full-time and permanent basis! This position is aligned to their Reading office and operate a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

  About the role:

  The successful candidate will provide pension scheme administration to a portfolio of Defined Benefits (mainly) and Defined Contribution schemes. As a Pensions Administrator you will be responsible for processing member benefits such as deaths, retirements, divorces, transfers. As well as member events administration, there will also be opportunities to support with scheme events such as pension increases, processing annual benefit statements, producing administration reports and mailings.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Processing member benefits in line with service level agreements.
  • Performing manual calculations.
  • Processing scheme events as and when required.
  • Producing letter, emails and reports using set templates as well as producing bespoke letters and emails as and when required.
  • Liaising and answer enquiries via telephone and email.

  Skills and experience required:

  • At least 2 year’s experience of delivering administration services to Defined Benefit pensions schemes.
  • Strong technical pensions and legislation knowledge and understanding
  • Strong MS office skills
  • Great communication and organisation skills

  Benefits:

  • Salary up to £30k DOE
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • DB Pension Care Scheme for staff
  • Life Assurance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Health Care Cash Plan
  • Paid volunteering days

  Apply today and become part of a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a real difference in Pensions Administration.

  

  Pensions Administrator

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd are working in partnership with a leading UK consulting and administration business based in Reading. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse, friendly team, working in a flexible hybrid working environment.

  This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in Defined Contribution (DC) pension schemes who enjoys hands-on admin working and mentoring others.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Manage and support day-to-day pension administration tasks
  • Handle and review complex benefit calculations
  • Check and support the work of junior team members
  • Monitor processes, meet deadlines, and help improve team efficiency
  • Take part in client meetings and respond to queries
  • Work closely with other teams across the business
  • Support and coach junior colleagues within the team

  Key skills and experience required:

  • Previous / current pensions administration experience in DC.
  • Confident in performing daily manual calculations and checking other colleagues work.
  • A good understanding of pensions legislation
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisation skills.
  • Proficient in using Excel, Work, Outlook, Teams etc.

  Company Benefits:

  • Salary – DOE + discretionary bonus
  • 25 days holiday (option to buy / sell holiday)
  • Flexible bank holidays
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Discounts and rewards
  • Paid volunteering days

  If you’re looking to take the next step in your pensions career with a company that values it’s people, we’d love to hear from you.

  

  Senior Pensions Administrator

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is in partnership with one of the UK’s fast growing Pensions Consultancies, with an excellent reputation from clients and employees alike. We are recruiting for a Pensions Sales Director to join the business on a permanent basis and be part of the exciting growth they are enjoying. This opportunity is a hybrid position and will be aligned to any of the UK offices across the UK and operate a flexible hybrid working arrangement. For the right candidate we would also be open to speaking with part-time candidates.

  About the role:

  As a Pensions Sales Director the successful candidate will be part of the Operational Solutions team, you’ll be at the forefront of helping some of the UK largest and most complex pensions schemes and deliver exceptional outcomes for their members.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Lead growth – drive business development in the pension’s operations, data and benefit rectification space, building strong relationships and convert opportunities into successful outcomes.
  • Consult – give strategic support and guidance to clients, delivering high quality and forward-thinking solutions.
  • Pension Projects – including GMP equalisation, data and administration.
  • Propositions development – influence on strategic plans for growth of the Operation Solutions business support.
  • Drive innovation – contribute to new tools and technologies for data management etc.
  • Mentor and lead – support and grow individuals with coaching, leadership and performance development.

  Keys skills and experience required:

  • A strong track record of winning and delivering new business, from within the Pensions industry.
  • Excellent communicator who is confident to lead pitches and build client relationships.
  • An established network of industry relationships – ideally including independent trustees and senior pension stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and passion for innovation.
  • Strong people leader, experienced in mentoring and developing teams.

  Ready to help shape the future of pensions? Apply today?

  

  Pensions Sales Director

• Client Service Specialist – Group Risk

  Are you an experienced employee benefits administrator? Are you open to exploring new positions?

  Here at Alexander Lloyd, we are currently partnered with an established employee benefits organisation that due to continued growth are looking for a Client Service Specialist to support consultants with their clients.

  Role & Responsibilities:

  • Being the first point of contact for client queries
  • Supporting with managing the renewals process
  • Producing reports for the consultants to review for upcoming renewals

  Essential Criteria:

  • Must have prior employee benefits experience, ideally Group Risk
  • Strong administration experience

  This role can be remote or hybrid to one of their offices.

  If you are interested in learning more, do reach out or apply today

  Please quote 51470 when calling Collette Cardy at Alexander Lloyd or email them at cca@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc.

  Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.

  

  Client Services Specialist

• Alexander Lloyd are delighted to be partnering a growing, highly acquisitive business based near Slough on the hire of a Senior Group Accountant on a permanent basis.

  This is a newly created position due to the company’s significant growth.

  The role will be responsible for acquisitions, financial reporting, and consolidation across multiple entities. This role requires strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to implementing financial controls, supporting audits, and ensuring accurate reporting.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with acquisitions and integrate new entities into financial systems
  • Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts and consolidation
  • Ensure timely and accurate monthly management reporting
  • Conduct balance sheet analysis, including payables and receivables
  • Implement key financial controls and processes
  • Collaborate with external auditors
  • Analyse key financial metrics for reporting
  • Partner with finance and other business areas to provide support and insights
  • Mentor junior team members
  • Assist with finance-related projects as needed

  About You

  • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience
  • Experience in a small-medium sized business would be desirable
  • Experience working with multi-entity and consolidation systems
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Capable of handling pressure and adapting to changes
  • Open to candidates who are qualified in accountancy practice with 1-2 years experience in industry

  Get in touch to hear more!

  

  Senior Group Accountant

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is partnered with a market leading Pension Administration firm and are currently recruiting for Pensions Administrator to join their fast-paced and collaborative BAU Pensions Admin team on a full-time and permanent basis! This position is aligned to their Reading office and operate a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

  About the role:

  The successful candidate will provide pension scheme administration to a portfolio of Defined Benefits (mainly) and Defined Contribution schemes. As a Pensions Administrator you will be responsible for processing member benefits such as deaths, retirements, divorces, transfers. As well as member events administration, there will also be opportunities to support with scheme events such as pension increases, processing annual benefit statements, producing administration reports and mailings.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Processing member benefits in line with service level agreements.
  • Performing manual calculations.
  • Processing scheme events as and when required.
  • Producing letter, emails and reports using set templates as well as producing bespoke letters and emails as and when required.
  • Liaising and answer enquiries via telephone and email.

  Skills and experience required:

  • At least 2 year’s experience of delivering administration services to Defined Benefit pensions schemes.
  • Strong technical pensions and legislation knowledge and understanding
  • Strong MS office skills
  • Great communication and organisation skills

  Benefits:

  • Salary up to £30k DOE
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • DB Pension Care Scheme for staff
  • Life Assurance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Health Care Cash Plan
  • Paid volunteering days

  Apply today and become part of a forward-thinking organisation where you can make a real difference in Pensions Administration.

  

  Pensions Administrator

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is partnered with another Leading Pensions Consultancy in the UK, widely renowned and award-winning firm who are now looking for experienced Buy-Ins & Buy-Outs professionals, in technical and project management focused roles! As such I’m recruiting for a Pensions Transaction Project Lead in Reading to join their growing Risk Settlement team. Our client offers hybrid working arrangement for staff!

  About the role:

  The Risk Settlement team is one of the fastest growing business areas, working alongside trustees and insurer to help navigate schemes through buy-in, buy-outs and wind ups. This is a brilliant opportunity for candidates with exposure of de-risking projects with a strong DB background looking to expand into project and client management.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Support the Risk Settlement team with the buy-in and buy-out process
  • Project management and lead on de-risking activities efficiently and within budget.
  • Liaise with clients, trustees, and insurers as well as internal teams across the business.
  • Contribute to new business, potentially assist with new business tenders and presentations.
  • Prepare and deliver documentation to clients.

  Key skills and experience required:

  • Experience of de-risking activities, such as buy-ins, buy-outs, wind ups etc.
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Be able to demonstrate in-depth technical knowledge of rules and procedures relating to Defined Benefits Schemes.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and build strong working relationships.

  Ready to take the next step in your career? Don’t miss out on this opportunity, please part today.

  

  Pensions Transaction Project Lead

• About the company:

  Alexander Lloyd is recruiting for Senior Pensions Administrator in Reading, a fantastic opportunity to join a market leading Pensions Consultancy on a full time and permanent basis! This is a great opportunity to join an award-winning Pensions administration business.

  About the role:

  As a Senior Pensions Administrator, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of administration services to a portfolio of Pension Schemes, mainly Defined Benefits however may include Defined Contribution schemes too. The successful candidate will play a vital role in mentoring and checking the work of junior Pensions Administrators. Key responsibilities include:

  Key responsibilities:

  • Completing complex BAU Administration, supporting on member and client queries in relation to DB and some DC pension schemes.
  • Assisting and processing calculations and payments of scheme benefits
  • Support in the delivery of project work such as scheme events, pension increases, processing benefits statements, bulk exercises
  • Liaising with Stakeholders and confidently support on member enquires
  • Allocating and checking work of junior members of the team
  • Mentor, train and support junior members of the team where necessary

  Skills & experience required:

  • Previous / current pensions administration experience of Defined Benefit schemes – leavers, retirements, deaths, transfers etc.
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of pension legislation and regulations.
  • Able to perform complex manual calculations and checking work of junior colleagues.
  • Great interpersonal and organisational skills.

  Ready to take your next step in your career? Please apply today.

  

  Senior Pensions Administrator

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