Pensions Projects Executive
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Advertising and marketing associate professionals
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
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£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
Job Title: Pensions Projects Executive
Location: Frimley; Surrey. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: Circa £54000 depending on experience
Who We Are
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, as part of the Trustee & Member Services team, you will support the Head of Defined Benefit Pensions and the Head of Defined Contribution Pensions, to ensure the effective delivery of pension projects across all United Kingdom Company pension schemes. You will take responsibility for managing and overseeing all defined benefit scheme projects, including scheme events such as pension increases, annual benefit statements, annual newsletters, and valuation data extracts. You will work closely with the Third Party Administrators and the Change Portfolio Manager to ensure that projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in line with contractual obligations and service level agreements. You will also ensure that all required project governance documentation is completed accurately and promptly, and that pension schemes remain fully compliant with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, contributing to the smooth operation of the wider Head Office Pensions team.
Core Duties
Location: Frimley; Surrey. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary: Circa £54000 depending on experience
Who We Are
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, as part of the Trustee & Member Services team, you will support the Head of Defined Benefit Pensions and the Head of Defined Contribution Pensions, to ensure the effective delivery of pension projects across all United Kingdom Company pension schemes. You will take responsibility for managing and overseeing all defined benefit scheme projects, including scheme events such as pension increases, annual benefit statements, annual newsletters, and valuation data extracts. You will work closely with the Third Party Administrators and the Change Portfolio Manager to ensure that projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in line with contractual obligations and service level agreements. You will also ensure that all required project governance documentation is completed accurately and promptly, and that pension schemes remain fully compliant with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, contributing to the smooth operation of the wider Head Office Pensions team.
Core Duties
- Broad understanding of pensions, with experience either within a pension consultancy, third-party administrator, or in-house pensions team
- Experience of delivering pensions projects and managing associated administration activities
- Technical knowledge of pensions legislation, compliance requirements, and industry best practice
- Ability to prepare, draft, and review pensions communications, including benefit statements, newsletters, and member correspondence
- Proven Microsoft Excel skills to support project reporting, data analysis, and governance documentation
- Attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Trustees, advisers, and providers, demonstrating effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Pensions qualifications such as the Pensions Management Institute (PMI) qualification, part-qualified status, or equivalent are desirable
You will join the Trustee & Member Services pensions team, reporting to the Head of Defined Benefit Pensions, and play a key role in supporting both projects in our Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution schemes across the United Kingdom. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver important projects, working closely with Trustee Boards, scheme advisers, providers, and other key stakeholders across the pensions function. The role offers excellent exposure to complex, high-profile projects, giving you the chance to make a real impact on the smooth running of the Company’s pension arrangements while developing your expertise in a collaborative and fast-moving environment.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date:
A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date:
27th March 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.