Technical pensions specialist Job at Star Actuarial Futures

Pensions Governance and Secretariat Specialist

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflec...

Location

Ireland , Dublin; Cork; Limerick; Galway

Salary:

Not provided

Willis Towers Watson

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience within DB and DC pension arrangements
Strong pensions technical knowledge, especially in the area of pensions governance and secretariat support
Good commercial understanding, with the ability to work within agreed budgets and the ability to identify client opportunities
Ability to work in a fast-paced organization
Exceptional organizational skills and an ability to effectively prioritize work across multiple client relationships
Flexibility with the ability to work under tight timescales without diluting the quality of work
Commitment to professional delivery and exceptional service
Strong influencing skills, excellent communication skills and clear and concise written Skills

Job Responsibility

Key point of contact for Trustee Boards
Manages the Scheme meeting cycle and Monitors and maintains oversight controls
Supports Trustee Boards, both DB and DC, in meeting their governance objectives and requirements
Alignment with the Trustee Board’s business plan
meeting planning
and other related scheme secretary tasks
Central role in liaising with stakeholders and service providers
Manages / implements / supports governance projects and other special assignments including those addressing IORP II regulation requirements

What we offer

23 days of annual leave plus up to 13 flexible days, or 25 days of annual leave with the option to add 5 extra days
€1,500 health insurance allowance
life assurance
future-focused pension contributions
hybrid working options
educational support
a dedicated volunteer day
share scheme
cycle-to-work programme
enhanced optical cover

Fulltime

Pensions consultant

Develop your career in an area of specialist pensions with this non-actuarial ro...

Location

United Kingdom , Any UK office

Salary:

Not provided

Star Actuarial Futures

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Relevant industry knowledge and/or consulting knowledge
Sound technical capability
Background in pensions administration (PMI)
Candidates from an actuarial background who are no longer studying for exams are welcome

Job Responsibility

Develop action plans for each client
Build strong client relationships
Use knowledge of pension practices to help design and implement efficient processes
Take ownership to improve parts of standard processes
Gain experience and skills within specialist teams (Risk Settlement, GMP Equalisation, Member Options)

Fulltime

Head of Pensions Investment and Funding

You will oversee the day‑to‑day investment and funding arrangements for pension ...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh; Leeds; Halifax; Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

Michael Page

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep technical understanding of funding, liability‑driven investment, derivatives, leverage and asset‑liability risk
Experience managing significant pension assets and complex investment portfolios
Strong stakeholder management capability, with proven success engaging with Trustee boards
A collaborative but confident approach to challenging advisers and service providers
Leadership experience within specialist investment or pensions teams
Broad market knowledge across asset classes and portfolio construction
Familiarity with responsible investment and climate‑related risk frameworks
Professional qualifications such as CFA or FIA are an advantage

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement investment and funding strategies for DB and DC schemes, aligned to risk appetite and long‑term goals
Lead, develop and motivate a team of investment professionals, setting a strong cultural tone
Maintain effective relationships with Trustees, advisers, fund managers, regulators and internal stakeholders
Manage hedging, asset allocation, risk exposures, liquidity and collateral within delegated authorities
Oversee fund manager mandates, including selection, performance monitoring and challenge
Support funding discussions, including covenant considerations and strategic alignment with the wider organisation
Ensure strong internal controls, governance and reporting frameworks
Provide leadership on DC investment design, including default strategies and fund range oversight
Contribute to the development of responsible investment and climate‑risk policies

What we offer

Competitive compensation package
Generous pension contribution
Performance‑related bonus
Share plans
Wellbeing benefits
Flexible hybrid working model

Fulltime

New

Pensions Lead Data Consultant

A top-tier consultancy is looking for a senior pensions data professional to tak...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

70000.00 - 110000.00 GBP / Year

Eames Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong DB pensions data background
Hands-on experience with data rectification: GMP, Barber, data improvement projects
The ability to get into the detail and challenge outputs, even if you're not the one producing them
Confident and credible in client-facing situations
Solid prioritisation skills - you'll be running multiple schemes simultaneously
Good Excel and reporting skills

Job Responsibility

Owning client relationships across a portfolio of DB schemes
Leading data strategy and delivery oversight (not hands-on execution)
Managing and guiding technical specialists and analysts
Explaining complex data issues clearly to trustees, sponsors and other stakeholders
Driving follow-on work where appropriate

What we offer

30% bonus
Hybrid: 1 day per week in any UK office
4-day week considered

Fulltime

Member Communications Specialist

We’re looking for a creative, member-focused Communications Specialist to join o...

Location

United Kingdom , Preston

Salary:

32000.00 - 37000.00 GBP / Year

Social Value Portal Ltd

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experienced communications professional, ideally with B2C experience
Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills
Strong attention to detail and confident creating content across different media
Able to manage priorities, deadlines and multiple projects
Creative thinker, open to new ideas and emerging technologies
Comfortable analysing survey data and presenting insights
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder skills
Proficient with MS Office and working within brand guidelines

Job Responsibility

Deliver multi-channel communications (online and offline) that improve member understanding and experience
Lead annual regulatory communications and seasonal campaigns
Create newsletters, blogs, news stories and member letters
Produce storyboards and scripts for member video content
Support onboarding communications for new clients
Improve website and portal content using WordPress and PensionPoint
Use insights, surveys and feedback to improve the member experience
Produce reports and recommendations for internal stakeholders
Work closely with Contact Centre, Member Services, Technical, Compliance and Finance teams

What we offer

25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays,2 additional concessionary days and a half day for your Birthday, with the ability to ‘buy and sell’ leave
Access to an excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contributions
Access to a Health or Dental Plan
Access to our Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for when you or your family might need some support
Access to our bespoke Reward Discount Scheme – ‘Your Perk Site’
Opportunities to attend Wellbeing webinars and social events
Daily free fruit and snacks available to you in our office
Free Car Parking in Preston City Centre

Fulltime

Senior Accountant

To provide essential support to the Audit and Accounts Department by effectively...

Location

Philippines , Mabalacat City, Pampanga

Salary:

Not provided

The Back Room Offshoring Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified or equivalent or qualified by experience
Experience of working in practice
Be computer literate (particularly Microsoft Office), and be able to adapt to using new software quickly and easily
Have excellent attention to detail and thrive on exceeding client expectations
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Job Responsibility

Working on a portfolio of clients, ensuring assignments are managed and work is completed in a timely manner
Prepare annual accounts and tax computations for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
Prepare management accounts and information on a quarterly or monthly basis
Prepare VAT returns on a quarterly basis
Deliver an excellent level of customer service, managing and exceeding client expectations, responding to all ad hoc queries in a timely manner
Maintain up to date technical knowledge and attend all relevant training, conferences and seminars
Manage all work efficiently, profitably and in accordance with the Company’s procedures
Plan, analyse and prepare working schedules and financial statements on behalf of clients to assist them in meeting their statutory objectives
Comply with all statutory time limits, manage workflows via an efficient planning tool, profitably and in accordance with the Company’s procedures
Participate in client meetings as requested by the client contact, to ensure that the client is kept up to date and understands all of the information produced on their behalf

What we offer

HMO on your first day + Free coverage for 2 dependents on your 2nd year
Government-mandated benefits
20 Annual Leave Credits
13th-month pay
Birthday Leave
Bereavement Leave
Onboarding training
Monthly employee engagement
Birthday Gift
Weekly treats

Fulltime

Payroll Specialist

This role is at the center of our Holding team in London and Manchester. We’ve g...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

BASIC/DEPT®

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience in payroll management, ideally within a global or international setting
Strong knowledge of UK payroll
Proficiency in ADP Celergo with experience managing payroll systems and compliance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting with employees at all levels
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
A collaborative team player who can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Available to start work in March 2026

Job Responsibility

Process end-to-end payroll for UK, Ireland, and Australia including tax deductions, pension contributions, and other statutory requirements
Efficiently manage payroll operations using ADP Celergo, ensuring accuracy and smooth workflows
Liaise directly with ADP to resolve technical issues, implement system updates, and ensure payroll compliance
Maintain compliance with UK and Ireland payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, RTI, and P60 submissions
Proactively identify potential payroll issues and escalate them to the ADP team for timely resolution
Manage payroll adjustments, bonuses, overtime, and deductions, ensuring accuracy
Stay up-to-date with changes in UK and Ireland payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance
Collaborate closely with People and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and provide payroll insights
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries from People colleagues, leads, and employees
Facilitate audits by providing necessary payroll records and documentation to auditors

What we offer

A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location)
Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme
26 days paid holiday (plus UK Bank Holidays)
Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents
Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations
Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events
Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance
Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®
Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities

Parttime

Corporate Markets Specialist

Provide customer service and administrative support for all markets served by th...

Location

United States , Fargo

Salary:

35085.00 - 58475.00 USD / Year

Sammons Financial Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in the life industry
Minimum 2 years' customer service experience with proficiency in mainframe and PC technology
Demonstrates flexibility to adapt quickly to change, possesses strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills to identify solutions to various situations and manages multiple priorities within stated timeframes
Demonstrates core values of accountability, openness, integrity and respect
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
Demonstrates ability to contribute to and share resources within a team environment
Proficient use of PC and Microsoft Office products
Due to the financial nature and level of accountability of this position, a credit and criminal background check is required

Job Responsibility

Provide customer service and administrative support for all markets served by the Corporate Markets business unit
Review and process new business for the pension market
Responsible for delivering in force policy customer service via telephone (inbound and outgoing), email or written communication to distributors and policy owners in the bank, credit union and insurer market that meet or exceed customer expectations
Review and validate all inforce business forms for inforce policy service, process premium billings and payments, request in force illustrations, process premium refunds, prepare annual reports, process mergers and ownership changes, process loans and withdrawals, process claims, process policy changes including option to transfer insureds and face amount changes, ensure all required documents are in imaging, as well as handle various general inquiries
Deliver new business and in force contract customer service in the pension market to distributors and policy owners in the pension market that meets or exceeds customer expectations, as well as provide ongoing service to certificate holders that meet or exceed expectations
Review and validate all new business forms, code contracts and certificates, create electronic or paper files, place cases on paid business, handle contract and certificate mailing and delivery requirements, ensure all required documents are in imaging, as well as handling various general inquiries
Review and validate all inforce business forms for inforce certificates, validate monthly payments and deaths, initiate individual payments as needed, change bank account and address information as needed, process claims, ensure all required documents are in imaging, as well as handle various general inquiries
Maintain current knowledge through industry groups such as Capital Administration Group
Manage relationships with distributors via quality service and face-to-face meetings to set expectations
Serve as backup for other Corporate Markets positions as needed

What we offer

Health, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Retirement, PTO and Holiday Pay
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a 100% company-funded retirement plan
Healthy balance between work and personal lives. Friday afternoons off all year long, competitive PTO, and generous number of paid holidays
Incentive program for defined goals subject to eligibility and performance. Monetary rewards are based on individual and/or overall company performance
Colleagues who support one another, model our core values, and drive our healthy, high-performing culture

Fulltime

Technical pensions specialist

Star Actuarial Futures

Location:
United Kingdom

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

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