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Technical Pension Specialist, Newcastle upon Tyne
Location:
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Banking
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
16194_1754408629
Job Views:
22
Posted:
05.08.2025
Expiry Date:
19.09.2025
Job Description:
We are working with our client, a leading financial services firm, on an excellent opportunity for a Technical Pension Specialist to join the team in Newcastle. You will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end pension technical process and the timely delivery of complex tasks.
Skills/Experience:
* Extensive technical experience within pension/platform administration, preferably in a pension/platform/financial services environment.
* Extensive knowledge of pension regulations.
* Strong understanding of pension/platform operations, processes, and procedures.
* Experience with relevant software and systems (e.g., Origo, SIPP Pro).
* Experience in managing and leading teams.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Strong analytical and project management skills.
Core Responsibilities:
* Servicing as a subject matter expert on pensions and platform-related issues, especially within DC, Money Purchase Personal Pension / SIPPs / SSASs.
* Pension flexibilities, auto-enrollment pension, taxation, and Pension Drawdown experience.
* Understanding pension legislation, regulations, and scheme-specific rules.
* Ability to identify and resolve technical issues involving complex calculations and legal interpretations.
* Death Benefit Payments, Divorce & Disputes Management.
* Ensuring all platform & pension processes comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
* Handling complaints and escalated issues related to pension schemes.
* Ensuring adherence to pension legislation and regulations.
* Managing breach reporting, Death Benefit Management, Pension Discretions, Overpayments.
* Leading and supervising the pensions technical team.
* Identifying operational improvements and implementing solutions.
Benefits:
* A highly competitive salary.
* Wider Benefits package.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, or marital status.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
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