Pensions & Benefits Analyst

Salary Description:
£Depending on experience
Location Description:
Birmingham, City Centre
Job Role:
Pensions Administrator, Pensions Technician, Other
Employment Type:
Full-time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Application Deadline:
Unspecified
Posted:
8th July 2025
Recruiter:
Abenefit2u
Job Ref:
15868

We are seeking a Pensions and Benefits Analyst to work with a major organisation with a global footprint. 
The ideal candidate will be a driven professional with strong analytical and communication skills, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach. You will gain hands-on experience in the operational and administrative aspects of UK pensions and employee benefits, with additional exposure to EMEA benefits.
This is a dynamic role within a high-performing team that values innovation, accuracy, and strategic thinking.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy Support
•    Assist with the development and execution of pension strategy across the EMEA region, with a primary focus on the UK.

Governance
•    Coordinate approximately 20 annual Trustee board and committee meetings.
•    Prepare meeting agendas, circulate notices, liaise with advisers, and compile meeting packs with executive summaries.
•    Attend meetings, record minutes, track action points, and manage timely follow-ups.
•    Maintain annual calendars, statutory items, and governance documents (e.g., Risk Registers, Terms of Reference).

Operations
•    Manage UK payroll processes related to pension and benefits changes (new hires, transfers, monthly reporting).
•    Respond to employee and advisor queries.
•    Administer enrolment and tracking for the International Medical Plan.
•    Support annual renewals, tax reporting, and communications for trustees and employees.
•    Ensure vendor compliance for onboarding, offboarding, and technology risk processes.
•    Collaborate on EMEA-wide benefits administration and project delivery.

Other Responsibilities
•    Support process improvements and stakeholder communication materials.
•    Contribute to M&A activity from a pensions administration perspective.
•    Assist with various ad-hoc projects and metrics reporting as required.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
•    Experience working with UK pension schemes (DB and DC)
•    Strong pension administration and governance knowledge 
•    Excellent organisation and attention to detail
•    Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
•    Effective communicator with confidence engaging stakeholders
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
•    Ability to work effectively in virtual, multi-location teams
•    Self-motivated, results-oriented, and adaptable
•    Experience with metrics management and reporting
•    Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel

WHY THIS ROLE?
•    Join a forward-thinking team within a major organisation
•    Gain exposure to complex pensions and benefits operations
•    Work in a role that blends governance, strategy, and daily operations
•    Develop professionally in a supportive, high-performance environment

Apply today to take the next step in your pensions and benefits career. Send CV to tasha@abenefit2u.com or call 07958 958 626

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