Pensions Associate

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 ready to make an impact in the world of pensions? We’re looking for a Pensions Associate to join our Pensions Operations team in Bristol. If you’re highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! As a Pensions Associate, you’ll administer a portfolio of occupational pension schemes, including Defined Benefit (DB), Defined Contribution (DC), and Hybrid pensions.

You’ll handle a variety of tasks, from performing accurate calculations to drafting correspondence, running pensioner payrolls, and supporting the Client Executive team. How you'll make an impact Managing pension administration tasks and calculations with precision and efficiency. Communicating with scheme members via email, phone, and letters. Preparing member correspondence and client reports. Handling non-standard client and member queries. Collaborating with team members and supporting the Team Leader.

Assisting the Client Executive team with their responsibilities. About You Experience in pension scheme administration (DB/DC pensions advantageous but not essential). A willingness to study or currently studying towards the Pension Management Institute’s CPC qualification. Analytical skills with a logical approach to problem-solving. Strong attention to detail and the ability to process data accurately. Excellent communication skills to handle queries professionally.

A team player with strong prioritisation skills to meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Eligbility to work in the UK Why Join Us? This is your chance to work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions will make a real difference. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, grow your career, and be part of a team that values your expertise and dedication.

Salary:
Competitive, with excellent benefits and career development opportunities. Ready to take the next step? Apply now and start your journey as a Pensions Associate with us! LI-MF1 LI-Hybrid Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:
Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include:
Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back-up family care And many more… We value inclusion and diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation.

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