Pensions Actuarial Consultant (Hybrid / Fully Remote) - Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast, Birmingham, London, Bristol Mercer is seeking a Pensions Actuarial Consultant to join our multi-disciplinary team who provides clients with leading edge advice across funding, investment, risk transfer and covenant. Dual roles are considered across Pensions Actuarial Consulting, GMP and Risk Transfer. What can you expect: As a Pensions Actuarial Consultant you will be working in a team to develop and deliver customised advice and solutions to clients (trustee and corporates) with a primary focus on DB pension schemes as many navigate the journey towards their long-term objective. What's in it for you? Execllent work life balance with the option to work on a hybrid or fully remote basis - flexible and part/time hours also available Competitive salary discretionary bonus, comprehensive benefits programs including: excellent pension contributions, private health insurance, flexible benefits, full study support and much more 25 days' holiday with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per year We will count on you to: Lead on the preparation and delivery of both day-to-day, and strategic advice, with a focus on finding tailored solutions that meet clients' needs Lead client meetings and presentations Provide an informed view on current topics based on client circumstances, and tailoring advice as appropriate Utilise strong technical actuarial skills used to consult with clients, and the ability to communicate with clients in a clear and succinct manner Act as final technical reviewer for actuarial calculations Agree the strategy, direction and resourcing for client work Perform supervision, appraisals and act as a mentor for employees under supervision (if applicable) or informally via feedback on client work Act as day to day contact for clients responsible for ensuring problem resolution Be involved in new business prospect activity Participate in setting and negotiating fees, where appropriate and monitoring of fee budgets Provide guidance to and peer review the work of colleagues What you need to have: Fully qualified Actuary An awareness of current pension issues and how these impact clients, including key considerations and ability to talk about these and tailor your response to specific circumstances Excellent communication skills, strong analytical, numerical and critical thinking skills, including a good understanding of actuarial approaches for pensions Ability to manage projects, including distribution of work to junior colleagues A strong understanding of a range of ways in which UK pension schemes operate A willingness to learn new skills and be adaptable in a changing environment Proven ability to build relationships with colleagues and clients Excellent planning and organisational abilities, in order to prioritise and complete work What makes you stand out? Significant experience working with trustees and/or corporates on DB pensions within an actuarial consultancy role Excellent communication skills Demonstrated business acumen, adaptability and a desire to be in front of clients, all underpinned by the required technical skills Li-Remote Li-Hybrid mercerukactuary Mercer provides insights, advice and technology-driven solutions to help build brighter futures for our clients, colleagues and communities. Together, we're redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer's more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries, and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with 76,000 colleagues and annualized revenue approaching $17 billion. Through its market-leading businesses, including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh & McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. Why Mercer? Mercer is a global consulting leader helping clients around the world redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock real health and well-being for their people. We want to make a difference in people's lives. Building brighter futures for our clients, colleagues and communities is why we come to work each day. Whether it's building a more agile workforce for the future, uncovering the new opportunities AI and automation present, or crafting strategies for responsible investments, we use our expertise and insight to show our clients the bigger picture, giving them trusted guidance and practical, sustainable solutions that help them solve complex problems and prepare for change. As a Mercer colleague, you're supported by a community of peers and leaders who inspire you to learn, grow and advance in a culture that values your unique strengths. We strive to make Mercer the employer of choice for the best and brightest diverse talent, fostering an inclusive work environment where employees from varied backgrounds, cultures and ethnicities can thrive. As part of our commitment to shaping the future, we bring our whole selves to our work - our colleagues, as well as our clients, are celebrated and appreciated for who they are. Our goal is to make sure everyone has a voice. We believe that the future of work is agile and our world leading "All Roles Can Flex" philosophy promotes a culture of results and performance and at Mercer we encourage flexibility in all aspects of our work arrangements, including working hours and location. Our people are our business - that's one of the reasons we value our colleagues' personal learning and improvement so highly. We also want colleagues to see Mercer as a place where they can develop their skills and plan their career in the long term. For this reason, Mercer offers many opportunities to develop our colleagues' careers, including hundreds of online and in-person seminars, courses, certification programs and training sessions. Mercer also provides tuition reimbursement and other support, such as study days, to colleagues who are completing qualifications or certifications. Find out more about why we come to work here https://www.mercer.com/mercer-careers.html Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer's more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with 76,000 colleagues and annual revenue of $17 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh & McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. For more information, visit https://www.mercer.com/. Follow Mercer on Twitter Mercer. Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability/health condition to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at TAUKmmc.com to discuss any specific needs.