Pension Scheme Technical Loading Actuary

📋 Description

• Overseeing the actuarial loading and validation of complex DB pension schemes
• Interpreting scheme rules, benefit specifications, factors and calculation methodologies
• Reviewing and signing off actuarial rules, assumptions, calculations and system outputs
• Supporting the design and testing of GMP Equalisation functionality
• Translating actuarial requirements into practical system specifications and calculation logic
• Providing clear decisions and guidance on complex actuarial issues

🎯 Requirements

• FIA qualification or equivalent status
• Strong technical knowledge of Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes
• Experience interpreting complex benefit structures and scheme documentation
• Experience with administration systems (ALPS/PPS desirable)
• Confidence in reviewing actuarial calculations and providing professional assurance
• Ability to explain complex actuarial concepts clearly to technical and operational stakeholders

🎁 Benefits

• Participation in annual performance-related bonus plan and share schemes
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only)
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years' service; option to buy/sell
• Competitive family leave