De-risking Senior Analyst - Pensions in UK

About Aptia

Aptia is a new force in the employee benefits and pensions administration services, on a mission to change the world of administration for the better.

In an underserved market, with huge potential for growth, Aptia will serve 1,100 clients in the US and UK markets and will be supported by shared services in India and Portugal - helping more than seven million people live healthier and happier lives.

And we are expanding.

Aptia Group is not only fuelled by our investors' backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people.

At Aptia, we're investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues.

Specialist.

Responsive.

Thoughtful.

These aren't just words; they are the backbone of our business.

Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term. 

If you want to join a sector that never stands still, in a company culture that is agile and that will invest in your career development, we could have your perfect next role.

Job requirements

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 client’s 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.

What you’ll be doing:

• Accountable for your contribution to the performance of the service delivery of your team and reporting progress on a regular basis.
• Be accountable for the standard and quality of own work.
• 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.
• Work with Project Managers, undertaking assigned project tasks in line with timescales set out in the project plans or otherwise agreed with the client at the required level of quality.
• Flag any issues around delivery dates as soon as possible with the Project Manager or your team leader.
• Undertake the accurate peer review of De-risking tasks and provide constructive feedback to drive improvement.
• To meet the assigned individual chargeable hours target.
• 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.
• Actively support the team by sharing knowledge from your own experience to help colleagues consistently deliver client satisfaction.

What we’re looking for:

Experience within the pensions administration field, able to demonstrate experience improving processes, and a close understanding of complex pensions administration tasks and calculations

Able to take responsibility for the quality and delivery of your own work, able to peer review and provide broader quality control as needed

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

This role will ideally be aligned to an Aptia Office in the UK on a hybrid-working basis.

Other flexible working options may be considered by exception.