XPS Group is growing, and we are now looking to recruit multiple Apprentice Actuarial Analysts to join our team in September 2026.
We are a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential.
Our Pensions Advisory business continues to grow, and we are now looking for a number of apprentices to join our Pensions Technical Team. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone who is technically minded.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
You will be joining our Pensions Technical Team, which exists to provide support to our wider Actuarial Team, focusing on undertaking technical calculations required for a wide range of actuarial work.
You will be supported by on-the-job training, resulting in you developing your knowledge and abilities quickly. In addition, we will support you through the Level 4 Actuarial Technician Apprenticeship in partnership with BPP, a leading global education provider. This includes spending 20% of your working hours on a formal programme of off-the-job-training.
As part of the Pensions Technical Team, you will be assisting the team in meeting their objectives, which include, but are not limited to:
* Data analysis and manipulation.
* Running and understanding our calculation software.
* Calculating the total value of pension schemes’ benefits for various purposes.
* Processing a wide variety of individual pension scheme member calculations.
* Drafting written advice to clients following our various standards.
* Regular liaising and communicating within the team and with other departments at XPS, in addition to the opportunity to work alongside some of our other specialist teams.
We are very ambitious and want to continue our strong growth. As part of this, we are committed to developing market-leading tools and approaches for our clients. For example, you will have the opportunity to work with our online funding software ‘Radar,’ which has been awarded Actuarial Software of the Year for the last two years. The Pensions Technical team is also responsible for creating and maintaining standard calculation tools that are used throughout the wider actuarial business.
Job Requirements
Your Profile:
* This is an entry-level role suitable for individuals who have recently completed A-Levels or equivalent qualifications, or for those looking to transition into a new career path.
* You will bring an analytical mindset, strong numerical skills, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
* You will recognise the importance of building strong working relationships with internal teams and will demonstrate high levels of accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
* We are looking for someone who is comfortable sharing their ideas and can communicate them clearly, helping to generate the insights that support our objectives.
We are committed to helping you reach your potential. By joining the Pensions Technical Team at XPS, you will work on a wide variety of projects and have access to extensive opportunities for professional development.
Qualifications:
* In line with the eligibility criteria for the apprenticeship, we require candidates to have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum of grade B at A-Level (or an equivalent qualification) in Maths.
Additional Details
We offer an attractive reward package; typical benefits can include:
o Competitive salary
o Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
o 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday.
o Flexible Bank holidays
o Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
o Healthcare cash plan
o Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
o Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
o XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone)
o Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
o Access to a digital GP service
o Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events.
o Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS.
XPS Group is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages application from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
Easy Apply (EA)