• Are you a Pension professional with experience in leading pensions data projects, have a good understanding of the legislative and governance requirements for Pensions scheme data and how data quality can improve outcomes for both members and trustees/scheme managers? Then this could well be the role for you!

    The main objectives of the role are to:

    • Work with Client Relationship Managers to advise clients on an appropriate Data Strategy to align to their strategic objectives for their scheme in the short, medium and long-term
    • Develop, create and maintain the clients Data Management plans and data improvement plans.
    • Work collaboratively with the Data Solutions Delivery teams to ensure that plans and projects are successfully delivered in a client-centric approach.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Advise clients on the importance of data quality in terms of meeting their regulatory requirements and how data quality can improve member outcomes, reduce risk and lead to administrative efficiency.
    • Work with the head of Pensions Data Strategy to develop client centric market leading data quality reporting, Data Management and Data Improvements plans.
    • Lead, create, implement, and maintain client specific Data Management plans.
    • Act as the Client Facing representative and lead on Data Solutions projects.
    • Attending meetings with Pensions Managers, Trustee Boards, and other key client contacts to support the CRM’s.
    • Own and develop client specific Data Management Plans in accordance with the Clients Data Strategy.

    Ideal Experience

    • In-Depth knowledge of UK Pension Schemes: Private Sector DB arrangements, including pension scheme data requirements
    • Experience of delivering data pensions projects such as cleansing pension scheme data GMP
    • Experience of delivering de-risking projects or public sector pensions experience
    • Strong Client relationship skills and is able to build increased knowledge of the clients under their remit and actively seeks to gain knowledge of other clients

    What’s in it for you?

    • Generous with the opportunity to buy extra leave
    • Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
    • Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology

    Please quote 50902 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.

    Senior Pension Data Consultant

  • Our client, a Trustee firm who have a portfolio of Pension clients and are seeking a Pension professional to work as a secretary to the Trustees within their Secretariat team. The role will be to act as Secretary to the Trustee to agreed portfolio of clients, acting as first point of contact to the Trustees and key stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a Pension professional with a good understanding of Defined Benefit/ Defined Contribution or Hyrbid to join an established firm who can offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

    The main duties of the role:

    • Co-ordination of Trustee meetings and subcommittees including venue arrangements and attendees
    • Ensure the efficient and timely delivery of services to clients on schemes where appointed as Scheme Secretary, monitoring actions and service levels.
    • Represent the firm and the Secretarial team at Trustee meetings, client review meetings, and any other client related meetings

    The right candidate will have;

    • Ability to work with all key players whether that is Trustees, scheme members, advisers or senior company representatives
    • Good DB Pensions knowledge
    • Excellent organisation and secretarial skills

    This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to step into a varied and interesting new role which will give you new skills and a new career path where you can progress quickly and add to this highly established Trustee firm. You will also be rewarded with a good bonus and benefits structure, support with professional qualifications and generous holiday allowance.

    Please quote 50739 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.

    Secretary to the Trustees

  • If you have experience working with various occupational pension schemes and excel in leading project delivery, this role offers the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career.

    In this role, you’ll be at the heart of managing and delivering complex pension data projects. From data extraction and analysis to cleansing and processing, you’ll help improve outcomes by leveraging your technical expertise. You will take a lead on key projects, cyclical activities, and scheme events, ensuring they are completed according to client requirements and service level agreements.

    Responsibilities

    • Collaborate with Scheme Events Leads and the Scheme Event Manager to meet requirements for scheme events and projects, from planning through to delivery, ensuring timelines, quality, and approvals are met.
    • Review and provide feedback on the work of Pensions Data Technicians, offering technical guidance and support.
    • Take responsibility for the accuracy and quality of all scheme events and projects.
    • Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.
    • Continuously review and enhance existing systems and processes to improve efficiency, service delivery, and mitigate business risks.

    What we are looking for:

    • Experience with defined benefit (DB) pension schemes.
    • Expertise in technical pension calculations and data analysis.
    • Knowledge of pension administration and work management systems.
    • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality management.

    What’s in it for you:

    • Company-matched pension, life assurance, cycle-to-work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, and two weeks’ paternity pay.
    • Either Hybrid Woring or Fully Remote based – so if working from home suits you this could be the ideal role.
    • A variety of voluntary benefits, from retail and lifestyle discounts to health and wellbeing perks.
    • The chance to take a paid volunteering day to support a cause that matters to you.

    Please quote 50970 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 Technician

  • Are you an experienced health and Risk Consultant within the Employee Benefits sector looking for a more Senior position? Then read on! We are currently recruiting for a Senior Employee Benefits Consultant to join an established UK Insurer. The purpose of this role is to support the service delivery of client accounts across the business, responsible for the development of client relationships, managing benefit reviews/placements and ensuring services are coordinated and delivered effectively.

    Main Responsibilities

    • Leading multiline mid-major clients as a technical and trusted advisor, ensuring client retention
    • Understand clients benefit requirements and develop a strategic approach to benefit programmes
    • Ensure renewal timelines are met, market reviews undertaken and policies placed in advance of renewal

    What you need to have:

    • Experience within the Healthcare and Risk insurance sector with relevant qualifications- CII Qualification/ GR1 or IF7
    • Proven track record of effective stakeholder management
    • Proven experience in UK large corporate benefit broking/consulting environment

    What we will give you in return:

    • Excellent Benefits package including generous pension, PMI, and Income protection plus other flexible benefits
    • Flexible working – hybrid from Manchester or Bristol offices
    • Join a privately owned firm who are committed to excellence, innovation and collaboration

    Please quote 50767 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.

    Senior Employee Benefits Consultant

  • Alexander Lloyd have an exciting opportunity for a Principle Pension Administrator to join one of the top Pension firms in the UK. As a principle administrator you will be working within the most senior positions within Administration and will be expected to carry out complex pension administration tasks and calculations including overseeing the management of treasury and payroll in accordance with internal processes and company policies, adhering to procedures and standards regarding work and conduct.

    Main duties will include:

    • Coordination of work for the wider team; to ensure that SLAs and other deadlines are met
    • Attendance at key meetings; such as those for trustees and those that concern client strategy discussions
    • Management of errors and complaints to ensure they are handled effectively and in accordance with agreed process.

    Due to the seniority of this role you will be rewarded with an excellent salary and benefits package, be left to manage your own diary and time as well as become involved in the more varied and interesting areas of work including projects and complex cases. The right candidate will have a proven background of Pension Administration including the checking and allocating of work to more junior colleagues and the ability to work under your own guidance.

    Please quote 49842 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.

    Principle Pension Administrator

  • The Role:

    Are you a Pension professional looking for a new interesting role utilising your Project Management and Technical Pension skills? Then this could be the role for you!. In this role, you’ll be instrumental in delivering benefit correction projects, with a particular focus on GMP related projects. Over time, the role will expand into broader benefit correction work.

    Whether you’re pursuing your actuarial qualifications or looking to step away from exams, this role is perfect for someone with a pensions background and an interest in technical actuarial work.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Support a range of clients, working closely with Client Managers and Scheme Actuaries.
    • Own and manage processes, including data cleanse and project delivery.
    • Handle end-to-end aspects of benefit correction projects, collaborating across teams to ensure smooth implementation.
    • Check and review correction calculations and contribute to report production.
    • Manage the process of GMP comparisons between Scheme and HMRC records.
    • Oversee GMP equalisation models and manage implementation for pension correction exercises.
    • Prepare progress updates and review client reports.

    About You:

    • Qualifications: Technical Pensions background though candidates from a pensions administration background will also be considered.
    • Skills: Strong analytical, numerical, and critical thinking skills with an understanding of actuarial approaches for pensions.
    • Experience:
      • GMP Equalisation experience is preferred but not essential.
      • Experience managing projects and familiarity with pension administration systems are desirable.

    What We Offer:

    We believe in rewarding you for your hard work. Here’s what you can expect:

    • Competitive remuneration, including bonuses and profit-sharing.
    • Private health insurance, life insurance, and income protection.
    • 25 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus an extra day at Christmas and the option to purchase additional holidays.
    • Non-contributory pension scheme.
    • Full training and study support to help you build your career.
    • Hybrid working and flexible arrangements to support work-life balance from day one.

    Application Process:

    We have a straightforward, interview-based recruitment process that ensures equal opportunities for all. Please note, applicants must have a permanent right to work in the UK.

    If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic, growing team where you can truly make a difference please apply and we can arrange a chat to discuss the role further!

    Please quote 50938 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 Correction Specialist

  • Our role is for an Employee Benefits Administrator to work for an established Financial Services firm, providing a first class service to our clients. Working closely with the Employee Benefits Consultants you will responsible for the following duties:

    • Process New Business for Auto Enrolment, Group Personal Pension, Group Risk, Group Private Medical Insurance and Cashplans ð
    • Be the key point of contact for your bank of corporate clients, keeping them informed during all stages of the lifecycle new business, renewals and being available for general queries.
    • Issue Letters of Authority or Appointment and ensure all information is received back in a timely manner.
    • Liaise with clients to obtain data required for Quotation

    The Benefits to you!

    • Hybrid/ flexible working arrangements from the Manchester offices
    • Working for the Financial Times Top 100 UK financial adviser firm
    • Awarded Best Financial Advisers to Work For 2024 by Professional Adviser and Best Companies
    • Excellent career path and support for study.

    Experience

    The right candidate will have experience in one of the following areas Pensions, Group Risk or Employee Benefits and experience of dealing with clients and previously working within an administration within a Financial Services Firm.

    Please quote 50734 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.

    Employee Benefits Administrator

  • Are you a Pension Consultant looking for a new challenge? Then this could be the role for you, this is a great opportunity to join a progressive and expanding Pension firm who are looking to invest into and grow their DC Proposition. The postioin is for a DC Consultant and play a pivotal role in advising diverse clients and through client engagement and provider visits, your work will directly impact client satisfaction and the growth of the DC team as a whole.

    In this role, you will:

    • Participate in meetings with providers, current clients, and new prospects
    • Shape practical solutions to address client and prospect needs
    • Build and nurture lasting client relationships to grow your portfolio
    • Prepare and present provider selection recommendations
    • Support the delivery of DC services, including scheme design, auto-enrolment compliance, governance, and salary exchange implementation
    • Conduct and maintain pension provider research
    • Explore opportunities in Financial Wellbeing
    • Continuously develop your DC expertise and stay informed on pension trends
    • Mentor and guide junior team members

    What we are looking for:

    We’re seeking candidates with the following qualifications and attributes:

    • Experience: 5+ years in UK pension consulting or with a pension provider, demonstrating successful client relationship management.
    • Industry Knowledge: Advanced understanding of pension providers, master trusts, the UK DC market, key trends, and drivers.
    • Legislative Awareness: Broad knowledge of relevant pension legislation and governance frameworks.
    • Employee Benefits Insight: Familiarity with broader employee benefits is advantageous.

    What you will get in return:

    Join a firm committed to helping you grow and rewarding your hard work. Including:

    • Competitive Package: Inclusive of bonus and profit-sharing.
    • Comprehensive Benefits: Private health insurance, life insurance, and income protection.
    • Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), plus an extra day at Christmas and all bank holidays, with the option to purchase more.
    • Non-Contributory Pension
    • Training and Study Support: Comprehensive support to advance your career.

    With our hybrid working model, you can choose to work part of the week from home, and we offer flexible scheduling to accommodate personal commitments from day one

    Please quote 51091 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.

    DC Pension Consultant

  • Actuarial Analyst

    Location: Home-Based

    Are you passionate about pensions and looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive team? We’re seeking a skilled Actuarial Analyst with Defined Benefit (DB) pensions experience to join a growing team within one of the largest Pension Consultancies in the UK.

    What You’ll Be Doing

    You’ll work on diverse DB pension projects, supporting clients and bulk annuity providers. Your responsibilities will include:

    • Auditing and Validation: Conduct benefit calculation audits and validate or improve data accuracy.
    • Benefit Management: Undertake benefit correction exercises and prepare calculation proformas for smaller clients.
    • Automation Testing: Test automated calculations and identify areas for improvement using your pensions expertise.
    • Documentation and Reporting: Create benefit summary specifications, draft consulting reports, and clearly document issues and results.
    • Collaboration: Liaise with administration teams and internal colleagues to deliver seamless, pragmatic solutions.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Collaborate with actuaries, consultants, and administration teams to address client challenges.
    • Maintain an audit trail for all activities and ensure accuracy in your work.
    • Stay updated on pensions regulatory developments and support team workflow management.
    • Contribute to consulting reports and ensure clear, professional communication with stakeholders.

    What We Offer

    Join a firm committed to your growth and development. You’ll benefit from:

    • Comprehensive Study Support: Financial backing and dedicated study leave for actuarial exams, with salary increments for exam progress.
    • Professional Development: Mentorship and training from experienced actuarial professionals.
    • Flexible Benefits:
      • 23 days’ holiday (increasing to 27) with the option to buy extra leave.
      • Company-matched pension scheme.
      • Life assurance and voluntary benefits tailored to your lifestyle.
      • Generous family leave policies, including 15 weeks fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
    • Wellbeing & Inclusion: Paid volunteering days, access to Employee Network Groups, and diverse benefits to support your health and lifestyle.

    Who We’re Looking For

    • Experienced in DB pensions, with ideally some knowledge of GMP.
    • Skilled in Excel (vlookups and macros are a must).
    • A member of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, working towards qualification or looking to begin actuarial exams.
    • Team players with a proactive, flexible approach to work.
    • Experienced with PFaroe actuarial software (preferred but not essential).

    Please quote 51097 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.

    Actuarial Analyst

  • Technical Pension Specialist- Home Based

    Alexander Lloyd have an exciting new role for a Technical Pension Specialist to join a well established Pension Consultancy on a fully remote basis. The position comes at an exciting time where the firm are defining and executing strategic goals as well as developing the next generation of market leading Products and Services and plans for 2025 and beyond. The role will be responsible and accountable for defining the technical requirements, principles and models that guide solution decisions for the pensions operation.

    Key Responsibilities will include:

    • Leading change through improving mission critical processes that align with the business vision
    • Engaging and managing a range of stakeholders (including senior management)
    • Monitoring performance targets from end to end and communicating these through dashboards and reports
    • Ensuring the ownership of the creation of process guides, colleague training and benefit measurement
    • Communicating process changes through a variety of channels including workshops, presentations and email comms or participating in the planning of these activities.

    What will you be doing:

    • Lead on projects linking in with all key stakeholders within the department or business areas.
    • Provide input into development/training action planning and process improvement, where required.
    • Control and enhance the quality of customer outputs to deliver an excellent customer experience through coaching, training action planning and process improvement where required.
    • Adapt to varying demands and workloads with a commitment to ensure tasks are completed to deadline whilst maintaining excellent levels of quality.
    • Understand the importance of and deliver against individual objectives and to contribute to the achievement of departmental objectives and business results.
    • Understand the importance of continuous improvement and be able to collate and interpret data to seek opportunities both inside and outside the team to improve the customer experience, challenging current processes.

    What are we looking for:

    • Technical pensions experience in DB
    • Strong Excel – Formulas/Vlookups/able to manipulate and process bulk data
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Internal and some external client relationship skills
    • Project management in a pensions environment

    What’s in it for you?

    • Flexible holiday allowance
    • Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
    • Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
    • The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
    • Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform

    Please quote 51098 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.

    Technical Pension Specialist

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