At a Glance
- Tasks: Support governance, audit, and risk management activities for the UK Pension Plan.
- Company: Join DHL Group, the world's leading logistics company with a commitment to excellence.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, competitive compensation, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Collaborative and inclusive environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in pensions governance while working with senior stakeholders.
- Qualifications: 3 years' experience in pensions or governance; Bachelor's degree preferred.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
Location
Bedford (relocating to Milton Keynes from January 2027)Hybrid working: 1–2 days per week in the office At DHL Group, we don't just deliver parcels — we connect people and improve lives.
As the world's leading logistics company, with over 600,000 employees across more than 220 countries and territories, we are driven by a shared purpose and a commitment to excellence, innovation and collaboration.
We are looking for a Pensions Associate to join our UK Pensions team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in pensions or governance who is looking to further develop their expertise in governance and risk management.
Working closely with the Pensions Governance, Audit and Risk Manager and the wider Governance team, you will play an important role in supporting the effective operation of the Trustee Board and its committees, while helping to maintain the highest standards of governance across the UK Pension Plan.
What you will be doing In this role, you will support the delivery of governance, audit and risk management activities by: Supporting the Audit and Risk Management Committee to ensure governance responsibilities are delivered effectively and on time.
Assisting with the preparation of the annual report and accounts.
Maintaining the Plan's risk register and supporting regular risk reviews and control testing.
Contributing to Own Risk Assessment reviews and the ongoing development of the Plan's Effective System of Governance.
Supporting adviser management, budget tracking, cyber assessments, data governance and other governance-related initiatives.
This role provides excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and offers the opportunity to broaden your knowledge of pension governance, risk management and regulatory compliance within a global organisation.
What we are looking for At least 3 years' experience in pensions or governance. A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
A professional pensions qualification (or progress towards one), such as APMI or an equivalent qualification, would be advantageous but is not essential.
We believe in developing our people and creating opportunities to grow professionally while working in a collaborative, inclusive and supportive environment.
The opportunity to work for the world's leading logistics company. Flexible hybrid working.
Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
If you are looking for a role where you can develop your career in pensions governance while making a real impact within a global organisation, we would love to hear from you.
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