Senior Pension Administrator

Job description

Introduction At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them.

We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher.

Overview

Are you a DC experienced pensions professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, as a Senior Pensions Administrator and become part of a team that values expertise, collaboration, and innovation. As a Senior Pensions Administrator, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional service to our clients. You’ll handle complex calculations, oversee key processes, and support the development of your team.

This is an opportunity to work with both Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution pension schemes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all aspects of administration.

How you'll make an impact Defined Benefit

Calculate and check complex retirement, leaver, death, and spouse’s benefits. Review and sign off transfer value statements.

Other Pensions Tasks

Manage pension increases, renewals, and trustee bank accounts. Oversee bulk mailings, calculations, and administration reports. Draft letters, reports, and support Annual Report & Accounts preparation. Manage pensioner payrolls and annual scheme returns. Handle non-standard client/member queries and sign off valuation data.

General Tasks

Achieve service level agreements (SLAs) and manage your workload effectively. Support team members through training and mentoring. Take ownership of your professional development and contribute to process improvements.

About You

Experience: A seasoned professional in Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution pension scheme administration.

Qualifications

Willingness to study for professional exams (APE, RPC, ADRP, CPC).

Skills

Strong analytical, time management, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and pension administration systems (e.g., Compendia).

Attributes

A logical problem-solver, team player, and motivator with a positive attitude. Why Join Us? At First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where your expertise is valued, and your career can thrive. We offer opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real impact in the pensions industry. How to Apply If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with First Actuarial. #LI-MF1 #LI-Remote Compensation and benefits At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page. Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being Career development opportunities and ongoing learning A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.

If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know. Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)