The role of Pension Data Implementation Consultant is to deliver data-focused implementation work within a pensions environment, ensuring scheme information, configuration requirements, and data processes are accurately translated into system setup and delivered to a high standard. You will interpret and analyse pensions-related data, configure systems accordingly, and support clients throughout the implementation cycle.
What you’ll be doing:
* Leading pension-focused data implementation projects within a structured project governance framework.
* Meeting with clients to understand scheme rules, data structures and implementation requirements, then recommending appropriate solutions.
* Translating business and technical requirements into accurate system configurations and documentation.
* Performing configuration work, conducting quality checks and undertaking detailed pensions data analysis.
* Troubleshooting and resolving client issues, escalating complex matters as needed.
* Acting as a technical and process reference point for the team and reviewing work as directed.
* Providing guidance and support to junior team members.
* Delivering internal and external training sessions and creating supporting documentation.
* Contributing to platform enhancements, including analysis, requirements gathering and specification writing.
* Identifying risks and issues early and ensuring appropriate mitigation measures are applied.
What we’d like to see from your application:
* Knowledge of pensions administration, including DB, DC, CARE and annuities, and/or employee benefits processes.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly when working with pensions data.
* Strong proficiency in SQL.
* Advanced Excel capability, including pivot tables, lookups, macros, imports and validation.
* Good understanding of relational database structures and data flows.
* Experience with data migrations, including mapping and data-quality checks.
* Experience with system testing or UAT within pensions or employee benefits contexts.
* Clear communication skills with the ability to explain technical matters to non-technical audiences.
* Effective time management and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
* High attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality outputs.
* Experience across the full project lifecycle, including governance, change control and documentation.
* Experience leading meetings, gathering requirements and presenting information clearly.
* Understanding of payroll or broader employee benefits processes.
* Experience using XML, shell environments, VBA, MS Access or similar technical tools.
Location: Remote. However, you may need to travel to client sites around the UK when required.
The rate on offer: Competitive day rates via umbrella contract dependant on experience.
Hours: Monday to Friday. 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday.
Duration: 6 months with opportunity to extend.