About XPS Group
XPS Group is a prominent UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.
Location
Reading
Employment Type
Permanent, Full Time
Grade
Senior Associate
Hybrid
Hybrid
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About XPS Group
XPS Group is a prominent UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.
About The Role
Our Pensions Advisory business continues to grow, and we are now looking for a number of Actuarial Analysts to join our Pensions Technical Team. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone who is technically minded.
You will be joining our Pensions Technical Team, which exists to provide support to our wider Actuarial Team, focusing on undertaking technical calculations required for a wide range of actuarial work.
You will be supported by on-the-job training, resulting in you developing your knowledge and abilities quickly.
Key Responsibilities
- Data analysis and manipulation.
- Running and understanding our calculation software.
- Calculating the total value of pension schemes’ benefits for various purposes.
- Processing a wide variety of individual pension scheme member calculations.
- Drafting written advice to clients following our various standards.
- Regular liaising and communicating within the team and with other departments at XPS, in addition to the opportunity to work alongside some of our other specialist teams.
- Reviewing the work of our apprentices and junior team members.
- Training junior team members.
- Developing internal standard processes and identifying new ways to work more efficiently.
Your Profile
- Broad understanding of how UK pensions schemes operate and how to value pension scheme benefits for different purposes.
- Excellent planning skills with the ability to prioritise and complete work in accordance with deadlines.
- Experience with large datasets and actuarial software.
- Strong IT skills with good working knowledge of MS Office suite of products, in particular Excel.
What We Offer
- Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility.
- Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts.
- We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service.
- Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available.
- Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.
Equal Opportunity Statement
XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.
Eligibility
Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.
Who Are We
To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com
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Actuarial Analyst (Pensions) in Reading employer: XPS Group
XPS Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic hybrid work environment in Perth that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have ample opportunities for growth while working alongside a supportive team dedicated to delivering high-quality pension administration services. Our culture prioritises continuous improvement and mentorship, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
