Specialist - De-risking

Exclusively looking for Graduates with an Actuarial Science background who have cleared at least two actuarial papers

Role Summary

To work as part of a team and lead on projects providing an accurate, reliable and high standard of data and de-risking solutions to Trustees, third parties and internal teams alike. You will manage the client relationships for certain projects, acting as the clients point of contact for guidance, billing and budgeting. You will report to the De-risking Manager. You will need to demonstrate an adaptable and innovative approach to problem solving, and the ability to build relationships based on honesty, respect and encouragement to achieve success.

Role & responsibilities:

• To ensure that all procedures are followed when undertaking work for Members, Trustees and Clients across all aspects of data processing.
• Quickly identify and analyse risks in pension scheme data, which may impact on effective project delivery.
• Ensure Errors and omissions and complaints are handled in accordance with agreed procedures and within appropriate timescales, through liaison with the De-risking Manager and Professional Champion.
• Identify to the De-risking Manager any opportunities/ideas for change.
• Be flexible and adaptable to the work demands
• Accountable for your contribution to the performance of the service delivery of your team and reporting progress on a regular basis.
• Perform pension calculations, data audits and data corrections, enter and review pensions data and respond to data queries enquiries to the required standard using excel worksheets and following process guidance material across a wide range of project tasks.
• Undertake the accurate peer review of De-risking tasks and provide constructive feedback to drive improvement.
• Implement, manage and maintain risk based project plans aligned to team strategy and client expectations.
• Follow e-working protocol and keep the team task list up to date with progress and movement on your assigned tasks.
• Monitor and be accountable for client project and task budgets.
• Escalates any budget risks promptly with a clear explanation of the risks and recommended remedial action.

Preferred candidate profile:

• Graduate with 2 Actuarial Science paper cleared is a must.
• Proficient Computer Skills in particular Microsoft office, word and excel
• Strong drive to self-develop
• Numerate
• Proficiency in work effectively in a project based team
• Ability to follow and develop processes
• Working DB / DC pensions knowledge and experience
• DESIRABLE:
• Working towards the PMI qualifications (or equivalent)
• Experience of relevant financial services, outsourcing or project management role.
• Willingness to work in UK Shift timings