GMP Equalisation Specialist

About XPS Group

XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

Location:

Belfast

Employment Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Grade:

Senior Associate

Hybrid

Hybrid

Job Reference

REQ003699

About XPS Group

XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

About The Role

We are currently seeking a qualified actuary to join our GMP Equalisation team. We have a unique approach to solving the problems around GMP and are looking for technically minded people to join our large GMP team. Though previous experience in GMP calculations is an advantage, a desire and ability to grasp complex actuarial concepts and find solutions to them is a requirement.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing and signing off on complex actuarial models and calculations
• Reviewing written advice to clients on this topic
• Can include, if desired, delivering that advice to clients in meetings
• Regular liaison and communication with the GMP team, client team and other departments in XPS.
• As the GMP projects wind down, we will be able to provide a wider technical career being involved in a variety of technical focused avenues.
• Opportunity to get involved in specialist research and development teams in areas that interests you. These teams provide resources and ideas for the wider team.

Essential

Your Profile:

• A keen interest in actuarial concepts, the wider pensions industry and financial landscape
• An inquisitive mind and a desire to learn
• Highly motivated and driven to succeed
• Ability to problem solve and come up with solutions
• Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail
• Adaptable and a team-player
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise effectively

Qualifications

• FIA qualification

What We Offer

Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility.

• pension matching
• healthcare plans
• life assurance
• retailer discounts
• flexible benefits scheme
• employee assistance
• digital GP service
• participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available
• referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS

Equal Opportunities Statement

XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities.

We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made.

XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

Who Are We

To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com