Huddle Recruitment Ltd

Senior Pensions Consultant (Trustee Services) London 2 days per week Salary up to £90k Benefits 10% pension, PMI, Study Support The Role: We're looking for an experienced Secretariat and Governance Consultant to join our expanding Pensions Management Consulting team in London. This senior-level role offers the opportunity to provide expert trustee executive support, secretarial services, and governance advice to both pension scheme trustees and sponsoring employers. You'll play a vital role in helping clients navigate the complexities of pension governance and ensure the smooth operation of their schemes. What you'll be doing: Acting as a lead trustee secretary to more than one client in all areas of service delivery, and commercial and relationship management Acting as a lead or working as part of a wider team to deliver professional and proactive trustee executive services to large clients Managing projects to time and budget Building and maintaining networks with key contacts within the pensions industry and leveraging these to identify new business opportunities for the department Leading governance reviews in areas such as board effectiveness and risk management, and helping trustees to meet ESOG and ORA requirements Providing in-house support to clients from time to time when required, in the capacity of Pensions Manager, Trustee Secretary or pensions team member Leading new business tender processes, including pitches, and contributing to the development and marketing of services including delivering internal and external presentations and training sessions Skills and Experience: A broad experience primarily gained by providing trustee secretariat, trustee executive and governance consulting services at another consultancy, specialist governance firm in a lead role or working in large in-house teams Educated to degree level and must hold a professional pensions qualification (e.g. APMI or FPMI) or equivalent experience DB & DC trust-based experience and a keen interest in good governance with a passion for helping boards operate more effectively Experience of pitching for new business and commercial management will be valued Providing strategic direction to either trustees or corporates on the effective management of pension schemes

Pensions Administrator (DB Schemes) London 2 days Benefits PMI/Pension/Study Support The Role: A great opportunity to join one of the UK's leading actuarial and pensions consultancies, as a Pensions Administrator and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering expert advice and exceptional service to clients. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and growing firm, working on a range of defined benefit pension schemes and gaining exposure to all aspects of scheme administration and governance. We're looking for a skilled pensions administrator to manage the efficient daily administration of defined benefit pension schemes for multiple clients. What you'll be doing: Manage the day-to-day administration of DB pension schemes, including processing member records, contributions, transfers, and retirements. Maintain accurate member data on administration systems. Respond to member queries via phone, email, or letter regarding benefits, statements, and scheme rules. Prepare and issue annual benefit statements and other member communications. Calculate pension benefits, lump sums, and death benefits accurately. Support projects such as scheme valuations, data improvements, and system implementations. Skills and Experience: Educated to 'A' level and degree level or equivalent Demonstrable DB (defined benefit) pensions administration experience within a consultancy environment Making good progress towards the APMI qualification Excellent communication skills Attention to detail with the ability to manage workloads The ability to work on your own but also as part of a team

Pensions Actuary Location: Multiple Across UK - Hybrid (2-3 days in office) Benefits: 10% pension, Bonus, Profit share, PMI, Life Insurance, Income Protection, Study Support The Role: We're seeking nearly or newly qualified actuaries to join our growing pensions consulting teams across multiple UK offices. This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise while working with a variety of pension schemes, challenging conventional thinking and delivering innovative solutions for clients. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values quality over chargeable hours, giving you the time to produce your best work. What you'll be doing: Producing and reviewing tailored client reports, member communications, and technical documentation Providing triennial valuations, funding updates, and other scheme-specific work as needed Acting as a key point of contact for trustees, managing communications across meetings, telephone, and email Coordinating project plans and key milestones within your portfolio Delivering a blend of established actuarial services and creative, solutions-focused initiatives Skills and Experience: At least 4 years' experience in UK pensions consulting, with most or all actuarial exams completed Strong technical knowledge of DB pension schemes and related legislation Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely A proactive, problem-solving approach and enthusiasm for working collaboratively with colleagues and clients Experience in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines effectively Flexible hybrid working and adaptable working patterns from day one

Actuarial Consultant - Pensions (Part Qualified) Birmingham Hybrid 3 days in the office Salary £45k - £55k Benefits - PMI/Pension/Bonus/Study Support We are recruiting for a Trainee Pensions Actuary to embark on a rewarding career path with one of the UK's leading independent actuarial consultancies. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes, while receiving professional development and support towards your actuarial exams. What you'll be doing: Liaising with clients at meetings, by telephone and by e-mail Monitoring deadlines and requirements on a portfolio of pension schemes Carrying out all types of actuarial calculations Drafting and checking standard and bespoke communications Supporting the Scheme Actuaries directly in all aspects of the role Helping to develop more junior members of the team. Skills and Experience: Experience - from 2 years to 4 years, in a pensions actuarial consulting environment. Excellent communicator who understands how to express complicated ideas in a concise and clear way.

Associate Pensions Consultant (Trustee Services) London 2 days Salary £45,000 - £55,000 Benefits 10% pensions/PMI/Study Support The Role: We're seeking a motivated and enthusiastic professional who is looking to grow their career in pensions within a dynamic and expanding firm. You'll have recent experience working in a pensions consultancy or a large in-house pensions team, and be confident communicating with colleagues, clients, and advisers in person, over the phone, and via email. A key aspect of this role is supporting the delivery of trustee secretarial and governance services to clients. You'll need prior experience in providing trustee secretarial and scheme management services to trust-based pension arrangements. What you'll be doing: Getting involved in a broad mixture of client and non-client work Joining a number of client teams of varying sizes, each made up of people ranging from analyst to partner level Receiving support in studying towards relevant professional exams including mentoring, study leave, study materials and tutorials Developing, over time, the skills required to be an effective and successful consultant Organising trustee meetings, drafting agendas, producing meeting packs, preparing trustee papers, producing and managing an actions log Working knowledge of trustee documents such as a calendar of events, conflicts registers, risk registers and training logs Dealing with regulatory bodies and third party providers Skills and Experience: Enthusiastic individual with experience in a pensions consultancy within a similar role, must be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team Excellent oral and written communication skills, with impressive grammar skills for proofreading and writing correspondence Excellent attention to details Numerate - knowledge of very basic accountancy would be helpful but not essential Competent across Microsoft Office applications including strong knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and willing to be trained on in-house systems, house style, billing process, D365 and potentially InDesign as need arises

Associate Pensions Consultant (Trustee Services) Cambridgeshire 2 days office Salary £40,000 - £55,000 Ready for a fresh chapter in your pensions career? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-respected, independent consultancy that's known for taking a people-first approach. This is a business where wellbeing and work-life balance are genuinely valued. There are no chargeable hours targets, giving consultants the freedom to focus on delivering quality work and building long term client relationships. With steady growth and a collaborative culture, it's a place where you'll feel supported and have the chance to keep developing your skills. The role • Act as a trusted adviser to trustees and clients, supporting them with governance and scheme management • Organise and attend trustee meetings, prepare reports, and keep decisions moving forward • Lead and support on varied projects, from onboarding new clients to firm wide initiatives • Build strong client relationships while working alongside a knowledgeable, friendly team What they're looking for • 5+ years' experience in pensions consultancy, governance, or client services • Solid understanding of pension scheme management and governance • Organised, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team • Excellent communication skills and a positive, can-do approach What's on offer • Competitive salary with bonus and profit share • Flexible working arrangements • Private medical, life insurance, and income protection • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and the option to buy more) • Non-contributory pension • Ongoing training, study support, and real opportunities to grow If you're looking for a company that puts people at the heart of everything it does this is the perfect next step for you, so let's chat