Employee Benefits Consultant (Associate)

London, England, United Kingdom

7/21/2025

Application Deadline: 22 August 2025

Department: Financial Planning

Location: City, London

Compensation: £40,000 - £45,000 / year

Description

Join Moore Kingston Smith Financial Advisers (MKSFA), a leading firm providing financial and employee benefits consultancy to corporate clients, particularly in the independent schools sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone based in London who’s looking to build a career in employee benefits, with a clear pathway to becoming a regulated consultant.

You’ll support the delivery of high-quality advice on workplace pensions and employee benefits, including group risk and private medical schemes. Working closely with experienced consultants, you’ll contribute to client presentations, governance, and new business growth, while developing your technical knowledge and progressing towards full professional qualification.


Key Responsibilities

• Advise employees on pension and benefits options, including Teachers’ Pension Scheme and group risk products
• Deliver presentations and clear communications to employees and clients
• Support consultants in client delivery, business development, and client onboarding
• Maintain compliance and keep up to date with technical and regulatory changes
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to team success
• Prepare documentation, proposals, and support the preparation of tenders
• Assist in the development and mentoring of colleagues as needed
• Participate in team meetings, sharing best practice and contributing to innovation
  
  

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Knowledge of pensions and employee benefits
• Confident communicator and presenter, both one-to-one and to groups
• Organised, proactive, and keen to learn
• Progressing towards QCF Level 4 (Diploma in Financial Planning)
• Previous experience in a professional or financial services environment is desirable
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent attention to detail and time management abilities
• Ability to build rapport quickly and work collaboratively within a team
  
  

Why work for MKS?

• Salary: Regular salary reviews to recognise your contributions and performance bonus
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 25 days plus three days off at Christmas (with a buy/sell option)
• Flexible Working: We're committed to a positive work-life balance, offering a hybrid working policy that prioritises your well-being and flexibility. This role is 2–3 days per week in the London office.
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Health Cash Plan, Digicare+, Employee Assistance Programme, life and critical illness cover + more!
• Professional Subscriptions: We invest in your growth and development.
• Inclusive Employer: Be part of a diverse team with equity, inclusion, and flexibility at the core.

Ready to take the next step in your employee benefits career?
Download the full job description to learn more about this exciting opportunity. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality advice and keen to develop your expertise in a supportive and ambitious team, submit your CV, we’d love to hear from you.