BPA Pensions Manager

BPA Pensions Manager
Location: Manchester / London We are seeking an experienced BPA Pensions Manager to join a growing pensions operations team, supporting the implementation of BPA business through buy-in, transition, buy-out and post transaction. Ongoing management of complex defined benefit pension arrangements. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DB Pensions professional who enjoys managing projects, stakeholder relationships and operational change initiatives within a fast-growing area of the pensions market.
The Role
You will play a key role in the successful implementation and transition of pension schemes, working closely with trustees, third-party administrators and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. Key responsibilities include:

Managing end to end project delivery
Managing scheme on boarding and implementation activities
Supporting data due diligence, validation and quality reviews
Coordinating scheme transitions and operational readiness activities
Managing relationships with trustees, administrators and key stakeholders
Overseeing data migration, cleansing and control processes
Supporting payroll and member administration transition activities
Producing management information, reporting and valuation extracts
Identifying operational risks and ensuring appropriate governance controls are maintained
Contributing to process improvement initiatives and operational best practice

About You
Essential:

Strong Defined Benefit (DB) pensions experience
Experience managing pension scheme implementations, transitions, projects or operational change activities
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex pension and member data
Experience working with pensions administration systems and Microsoft Excel
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects to deadlines

Desirable:

Experience within Bulk Purchase Annuities (BPA) or Pension Risk Transfer
Experience of scheme on boarding, buy-ins, buyouts or data migration projects
Knowledge of reinsurance arrangements
PMI qualifications or a willingness to study towards professional qualifications

What's on Offer

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Opportunity to join a growing and evolving pensions business
Exposure to high-profile pension scheme implementations and transitions
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Career development opportunities within a specialist pensions function
Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are interested in discussing this opportunity further, or would like a broader conversation about the pensions market, please reach out to [email removed]. If this particular role is not quite right but you are considering your next move within pensions, I'd be happy to have a confidential conversation about other opportunities in the market.