Pensions Data and Implementation Analyst

Pensions Data and Implementation Analyst

Data and Implementation Analyst – Onboarding Defined Benefit Pensions

Location: London/Reigate hybrid

Employment type: Full time – 35 hours

Overview

Just Group plc is a fast-growing FTSE 250 company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We are on a growth journey to become the UK’s most loved retirement expert, delivering market-leading products and services with a diverse team of over 1,400 colleagues.

Purpose

To provide high calibre and proactive assistance to the Data and Onboarding Service Manager and Senior Implementation Managers. Lead on new scheme implementations, data cleansing and operational data analysis, pension scheme buy-outs, and support with monthly reinsurance reporting. Act as the initial point of contact for all implementation queries from the Third Party Administrator (TPA) and the Operational team. Act as a role model for the Implementation Support function within Data and Onboarding Services.

Examples of Key Activities

• Support the transition of buy-ins, completing a full review of the benefit specification and data for completeness, highlighting issues to the relevant party and owning through to resolution.
• Complete the implementations for both buy-in and buy-out schemes with our TPA(s), coordinating with the Data and Onboarding Service Manager and Senior Implementation Manager(s) as needed, monitoring progress against plans and flagging issues or delays.
• Complete the TPA setup sign-off process for all implementations, maintaining records of sign-offs in line with the Defined Benefits Governance matrix.
• Facilitate the completion of operational tasks for schemes in transition (e.g., payroll funding, member calculations, reinsurance reporting) working with others in DB as required.
• Support the delivery of buy-outs, as needed with the Senior Implementation Manager(s).
• Manage the BAU handover process for all schemes with the TPA and Operational teams, owning queries and resolving with appropriate support.
• Assist with the monthly reinsurance reporting as required.
• Support the completion of DB valuation data, addressing data queries and leading discussions with TPAs, liaising with internal TPA management as needed.
• Assist with the collation and production of monthly MI, highlighting any delays or issues to the Data and Onboarding Service Manager.
• Provide training and guidance to new implementation support team members, measuring and signing off their competence levels as they progress.
• Provide support to the Senior Implementation Manager and deputise as necessary.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to work independently and to tight deadlines with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise effectively, ensuring delivery.
• Good verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills for internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and issue-resolution abilities.
• Understanding of DB pensions, pension scheme administration requirements and systems is beneficial.
• Understanding of DB de-risking administration requirements (beneficial but not essential).
• Experience in the pensions industry (administration or insurance) is beneficial.
• Experience in project or implementation work is helpful.
• Familiarity with DB Corporate Pensions and Life and Pensions industry is beneficial.

Why Just?

At Just you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career while making a difference to the lives of those around you. You’ll be part of a culture that is ambitious, curious and collaborative, with decisions centred on being Just and delivering the best outcomes for customers.

We’re committed to a sustainable business with progress against Net Zero targets, reducing fossil fuel use in offices, adopting sustainable energy, and investing in green and social assets.

We value diversity of thought and belonging, with work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) to deliver a brilliant employee experience. We support HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and a range of employee networks and events addressing intergenerational work, social mobility and neurodiversity.

Be Bold. Be Brilliant. Be Just.

We encourage a flexible and agile working environment for most opportunities. Get in touch to discuss details.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative and Other

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