• 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 Project Manager

  • Interim HR Project Consultant

    Hybrid London 2 days per week on site

    £70-80k FTC depending on experience

    6-9 months

    Alexander Lloyd are pleased to partner with this insurance sector organisation to recruit a number of HR Project Consultants to lead the successful delivery of People change projects that support the business strategy and drive transformation set out in strategic HR plans.

    Working closely with the Strategic HR Business Partners and COEs you will conduct research, collect and analyse data to identify issues, provide advice, and work with the team to develop and implement innovative and pragmatic solutions to solve business problems that have measurable impact and add commercial value.

    You will act as a main point of contact for stakeholders and will need to wear multiple hats to coordinate across different groups.

    Successful applicants will need:

    • Familiarity with Project Management methodologies . Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
    • Ability to conduct in-depth data analyses, recognize trends, tie back to business priorities, and develop recommendations for cross-functional groups of stakeholders
    • Effective stakeholder management skills, excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills essential
    • Strong Consultancy skills
    • Strong data analysis skills
    • Well organised, pragmatic and calm in time pressured situations
    • Influencing skills – ability to influence managers at a senior level and employees at all levels
    • Experience managing complex change/transformation projects
    • Generalist HR work experience including managing projects

    The role offers great CV equity in a high-profile brand in the insurance sector, giving you the chance to demonstrate your HR Change experience in a highly visible and important project.

    Please quote 51394 when calling Simon Geere at Alexander Lloyd or email them at sge@alexanderlloyd.co.uk. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd Human Resources Recruitment Solutions is the leading recruiter for HR Director, Manager, Business Partner, Learning & Development, Internal Communications, Talent Acquisition and Reward opportunities across Surrey, Sussex, Kent and London.

    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.

    HR Project Consultant

  • Exclusive to Alexander Lloyd, we are delighted to be working with again a client operating in the Fintech space based in London.

    This is an excellent opportunity for someone trained in audit looking to move to a global business in an FP&A capacity. Would equally suit someone in a financial services/ consultancy type environment looking for a fresh challenge.

    Having placed a number of people over the years into this business we know it offers long term progression and great exposure to senior management, stakeholders and learning opportunities.

    Boasting multiple awards this employer is highly regarded and offers an attractive working environment.

    Salary ranging between £50,000-£60,000 plus an attractive benefits package, hybrid working.

    The role;

    Working as part of the international FP&A team you will have responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, planning, business partnering and analysis.

    You will embrace new technologies and reporting tools to enhance visibility of the numbers presented to the senior management teams.

    The Person;

    • Qualified Accountant ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA
    • Strong analytical skills
    • Excellent Excel skills
    • Prior use of reporting tools like Tableau or similar would be helpful
    • Financial modelling skills

    Please quote 51494 when calling Alexander Lloyd. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, commercial finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent.

    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.

    FP&A Specialist

  • Exclusive to Alexander Lloyd we are supporting our fintech client based in London to appoint an Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager.

    This business has grown and grown and has a strong international presence, it has won multiple awards and celebrates a long list of successes.

    Salary ranging between £65,000-£80,000 plus benefits, hybrid working

    Key responsibilities include;

    • Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, reporting and planning on a global scale
    • Providing insights and analysis to stakeholders and exec teams
    • Business partnering activities
    • Management of one direct report
    • Financial modelling
    • Driving automation

    The Person

    • Qualified Accountant ACA/ CIMA/ ACCA
    • Audit trained would be an advantage with exposure to an FP&A role in industry
    • Supervisory experience
    • Financial services/ consultancy background would be an advantage
    • Ability to create financial models is essential
    • Strong Excel ability
    • Knowledge of Tableau or similar tools would be an advantage

    Please quote 51493 when calling Alexander Lloyd. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, commercial finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent.

    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.

    FP&A Manager

  • Client Projects Delivery Manager

    Are you an experienced pensions professional with strong experience in project delivery? Within this role you will be responsible for taking ownership of client-focused projects from scope to completion, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and on-time delivery.

    Role & Responsibilities:

    • Coordinating cross-functional teams and resources to meet project goals
    • Tracking and forecasting project revenue in line with business targets
    • Leading end-to-end delivery of client projects across the pensions administration space
    • Manage internal relationships

    Essential Criteria:

    • Strong experience in pensions administration (DB and DC schemes)
    • Background in project delivery/management
    • Strong communication and organisational skills

    This role can be flexible with location, so if you are interested do reach out or apply today to learn more.

    Please quote 51486 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.

    Pensions Project Manager

  • About the company:

    Are you ready to take the next step in your career within the dynamic world of Pensions Consultancy? Alexander Lloyd is partnered with a growing UK Pensions Consultancy in Surrey. A fantastic opportunity to join a growing Pensions Administration business who are going from strength to strength with another business acquisition. Due to recent new client wins, our client is looking to add 2x Deputy Team Leaders to their successful and collaborative Pension Admin team. This role would ideally suit an experienced DB Senior Pensions Administrator or Deputy Team Leader who is looking for their next step up in their career.

    About the role:

    As a Deputy Pensions Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient delivery of the Pensions Administration services to Defined Benefit Schemes. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

    • Allocating and overseeing incoming work and distributed to the team
    • Review outgoing work to ensure compliance with internal standards and legislative rules
    • Attending trustee and client meetings to provide technical support on guidance
    • Keeping abreast of technical and scheme changes
    • Managing ad hoc administration projects, such as scheme events
    • Support the Team Leader and building technical client knowledge

    Our client offers a flexible hybrid working environment, 2x days a week in the Croydon office, 3x days working from home.

    Experience and qualifications required:

    • At least 5-8 years of experience delivering administration services to Defined Benefits pension schemes
    • Strong technical pensions and legislation knowledge
    • Experience mentoring and supporting team members – training junior colleagues, allocating and checking of work.
    • Strong MS office skills

    Benefits:

    • Salary up to £40k (may be some flexibility for the right candidate)
    • Discretionary bonus
    • 25 days holidays + bank holidays + birthday leave + volunteering days. Option to buy up additional holiday.
    • Flexible Benefits scheme
    • Group Income Protection
    • Health Cash Plan
    • Life Assurance
    • DC Workplace Pension

    If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a forward-thinking organisation, and in return can offer you genuine career development, please apply today.

    Deputy Pensions Team Leader

  • About the Role:

    We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of DC Pensions to lead and evolve our Defined Contribution (DC) pension proposition. This is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall direction, governance, and delivery of our DC pension strategy, ensuring it aligns with member outcomes, regulatory expectations, and business goals.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead the DC pensions team, driving innovation, operational excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement.
    • Develop and implement long-term DC pension strategies that deliver strong member outcomes and reflect market best practices.
    • Oversee all aspects of scheme governance, compliance, and trustee engagement.
    • Act as a senior advisor to the Board, Trustees, and Executive Team on DC pension policy and market developments.
    • Manage relationships with key stakeholders including regulators, investment managers, consultants, and third-party administrators.
    • Monitor industry trends, legislation, and economic factors to ensure the scheme remains fit for purpose and competitive.
    • Champion member communications and engagement initiatives to drive participation and understanding.

    About You:

    • Deep technical knowledge of UK DC pension schemes, governance, and regulation.
    • Proven leadership experience within pensions or financial services, ideally at a strategic level.
    • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus at all levels.
    • Strong understanding of investment strategy and provider management.
    • A passion for improving member outcomes and experience.

    Why Join Us?

    • Lead one of the most critical areas of our business at a time of transformation and growth.
    • Work with a high-performing, collaborative leadership team.
    • Enjoy a competitive reward package, excellent benefits, and a flexible working environment.
    • Make a real difference to the retirement futures of thousands of members.

    In Return

    Excellent Salary and Bonus package as well as equity stake

    Flexible working, can be based anywhere in the UK with a home or hybrid working policy from a range of nationwide offices.

    Excellent career opportunities going forward within a expanding firm – coming in at a Leadership level role.

    Please quote 51253 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.

    Head of DC Proposition

  • 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

  • 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

  • We at Alexander Lloyd is proud to be exclusively partnering a international retail business in their search for a Finance Business Partner.

    As a Finance Business Partner, you’ll take ownership of business partnering, budget and forecast management, and month-end analysis for key areas including supply, operations, and marketing. This role requires you to deliver high-value analysis, providing commercial insights that challenge teams to exceed targets and drive sustainable business performance.

    You’ll take the lead in the budget and forecast processes, ensuring that targets are not only achievable but aligned with strategic business objectives. As a trusted advisor, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, providing key insights that inform decision-making, and offering constructive challenges to performance in line with business expectations.

    This is a highly influential role, requiring you to be a proactive partner, shaping financial outcomes, and ensuring business targets are met and exceeded.

    What you will do:

    • Review and produce MI in collaboration with the analytics teams to ensure performance is well understood and communicate any opportunities or risks to relevant teams.
    • Provide financial modelling and analysis support for major projects (e.g. procurement activities) and strategic initiatives (e.g. business cases).
    • Support the preparation of business cases for new initiatives or investments, tracking ROI in subsequent months to ensure alignment with the original submission.
    • Attend Weekly Business Reviews, supporting teams in understanding their performance relative to budget and prior years.
    • Provide reporting and MI to enhance business performance and enable better decision-making.
    • Review financial performance against budget/forecast, collaborating with FP&A and analytics teams to ensure accuracy and timely month-end closure.
    • Prepare and present financial reports for stakeholders (e.g. Ops, Logistics), providing insights into performance and its impact on future budget/forecast.
    • Produce accurate MI packs each month, including commentary on performance vs. budget/forecast.
    • Write commentary for the broader management team on financial and non-financial performance.
    • Work with the FP&A team to highlight risks and opportunities against the latest budget or reforecast.
    • Take ownership of long-range planning, budgeting, and forecasting for US Supply and Operations, including associated CapEx.
    • Collaborate with FP&A and Financial Control teams to improve processes and reporting.
    • Lead special projects (e.g., new systems, M&A, procurement activities).
    • Handle other ad hoc duties as required.

    What you will need:

    • Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)
    • Experience within Retail, Ecommerce OR FMCG is essential
    • Experience working as a Business Partner to Non-Finance stakeholders is essential.
    • Strong MS Excel skills and (ideally) experience in dashboarding tools such as Tableau
    • Experience producing management and executive packs and commentary
    • High standards of accuracy
    • Positive attitude
    • Intermediate SQL skills (preferred not required)
    • Extensive experience in business partnering roles
    • Experience of working in a either retail or manufacturing (preferred but not essential)
    • Prior experience in private equity-backed businesses or M&A (preferred but not essential)

    When calling Alexander Lloyd, please quote AMU2 and speak to Alain Multini

    Location: Central London

    Hybrid: 3 days PW in the office

    Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 DOE + bonus

    Finance Business Partner

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