Be part of a High-Impact Transition SIPP Pensions Project
Are you an experienced Senior Pensions Specialist or SIPP Manager seeking a career-defining interim opportunity in Bristol? Signature Recruitment is exclusively seeking an expert Interim SIPP Transformation Manager for a leading financial services provider. Be at the heart of a major industry change—take full ownership of a dedicated book of SIPP portfolios and drive an end-to-end operational transition.
Senior Pension Specialist or SIPP Manager Role Overview:
You will manage and reconcile a substantial book of Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) portfolios, overseeing the complex process of manually transferring accounts to new administrators. This is a hybrid role with office/home flexibility following a supportive training period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full-case administration: Manage a varied caseload of SIPP clients, handling administrative requests including benefit calculations, transfers, drawdowns, crystallisation splits, death benefits, and intricate bank reconciliations.
- Complex portfolio management: Administer cases involving property, investments, and multi-faceted client circumstances.
- Book reconciliation: Take lead on detailed account reconciliation and manual transfers.
- Stakeholder engagement: Liaise with internal teams, clients, external advisers, and new providers to ensure smooth and compliant transfer processes.
- Mentoring: Oversee and support colleagues, fostering best practice and process improvement.
About You:
- Substantial senior-level experience in SIPP or SSAS pension administration within the UK market
- Proven expertise in pension transfers and reconciliation
- Up-to-date knowledge of UK pension legislation and compliance standards
- Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to mentor junior team members
What We Offer for an excellent Senior Pension Specialist or SIPP Manager:
- Market leading hourly rate: £20-30 per hour (dependent on experience/competency)
- Flexible hybrid working: Bristol office and remote/home options after initial training
- Impact & recognition: Play a pivotal role in a major transition; your expertise will be central to project success
- Professional development: Collaborative, supportive team making change
- Longevity: This project and assignment is likely to last for over 12-18 months
Location: central Bristol (easy access to Temple Meads, Cabot Circus, city centre)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours/week
Type: Temporary ongoing, minimum 6 months, immediate start available
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