Contractual hours
36.25
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Date posted
24/06/2025
Job reference
REQ003006
Actuarial Analyst GMP
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Grade: Senior Associate Hybrid REQ003006
This role could be based from any of the following offices with hybrid working:
Reading, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Guildford, Edinburgh, London, or Belfast.
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.
Our Pensions Advisory business continues to grow, and we are now looking for a number of Actuarial Analysts to join our GMP Equalisation Team. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with experience as a qualified/part-qualified pensions actuary who enjoys the technical aspects of actuarial work. We are also interested in hearing from candidates with a pensions administration background. While not a job requirement, study support is available towards actuarial qualifications if this is part of your chosen career path.
About The Role
We are looking for a number of Actuarial Analysts to join our GMP Equalisation team. We have a unique approach to solving the problems around GMP and are looking for technically minded people to join our friendly supportive team.
Though previous experience in GMP calculations is an advantage, a desire and ability to grasp complex actuarial concepts and find solutions to them is a requirement. In this role you will be working as part of the GMP team to assist clients in equalising pensions for their scheme members.
Key Responsibilities
- Working with and understanding member data
- Reviewing complex calculations
- Reviewing written advice to client teams and supporting them as you work through the projects together
- Regular liaison and communication with the GMP team, client team and other departments in XPS
- Opportunity to get involved in specialist research and development teams in areas that interest you. These teams provide resources and ideas for the wider team
- Training and managing more junior colleagues as they embark on their actuarial career
Your Profile: Essential:
- A keen interest in actuarial concepts, the wider pensions industry and financial landscape
- Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
Desirable
- An inquisitive mind and desire to learn
- Highly motivated and driven to succeed
- Ability to problem solve and come up with solutions
- Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail
- Adaptable and a team-player
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.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should submit applications below or contact . Join XPS Group and contribute to a dynamic and inclusive workplace.
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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