Nearly/Newly Qualifed Actuary

Nearly / Newly Qualified Pensions Actuary

Location: Belfast
Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday–Friday (37.5 hours)

Description

We are hiring for our client, a highly regarded pensions and actuarial consultancy, who are seeking a Nearly or Newly Qualified Pensions Actuary to join their growing team in either Belfast or Glasgow.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of actuarial, consulting and advisory work across Defined Benefit pensions, supported by innovative technology and a collaborative, high-performing culture. You will work closely with experienced actuaries, trustees and employers, developing your technical expertise while building strong client relationships.

The Nearly / Newly Qualified Pensions Actuary role is ideal for someone close to qualification or recently qualified who wants exposure, responsibility, and long-term career development within a respected and forward-thinking organisation.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Broad pensions actuarial role with strong client exposure

2. Supportive environment for qualification and early post-qualification development

3. Belfast or Glasgow location within a growing, award-winning consultancy

The Role

• Provide actuarial and consulting advice to trustees and employers of UK pension schemes

• Support the delivery of Defined Benefit pensions work, including valuations and scheme advice

• Contribute to integrated actuarial, investment and administration solutions

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across actuarial, trustee and consulting teams

• Apply actuarial judgement to solve complex client problems

• Build strong client relationships and deliver a high standard of client service

• Utilise innovative technology and systems to enhance service delivery

• Manage workloads effectively and contribute to project delivery

The Person

• 2:1 or above in a relevant degree

• Nearly qualified or recently qualified Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries

• Strong experience in a similar pensions actuarial role

• Good understanding of UK pensions schemes, legislation and investment principles

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working under pressure

• Strong Excel and systems capability, with an interest in technology and innovation

• Team-focused with the ability to manage projects and collaborate effectively

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience with GMP Equalisation calculations

• Exposure to Risk Transfer projects

• Practical knowledge of the Pension Protection Fund

The Reward

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Supportive and flexible working culture

• Exposure to a wide range of actuarial and consulting work

• Strong career progression within a respected pensions group

• Opportunity to work with innovative systems and technology