Pensions Calculations Analyst - Defined Benefits

Pensions Calculations Analyst required by a global Pensions Administrator to perform production and systems testing of pensions calculation automation software. Deep knowledge of Defined Benefit Schemes (DB) is essential. MS Excel/Word required; PYTHON, UNIX & SQL highly advantageous.

You will: Analyse business requirements, Trust Deed and Rules and other scheme documentation and plan an appropriate software solution with a focus on accuracy, build efficiency and maintainability. Interact with third parties such as the scheme actuary and solicitors to clarify complex and technical queries. Produce detailed calculation proforma from first principles and supporting automation test packs. Work towards developing and optimizing end to end automation. Have a background in UK occupational pensions, specifically DB. Have proven ability to multi-task and work on virtual teams. Be process driven with the ability to modify your approach. Have experience establishing standards and procedures and advocating best practices. Have knowledge of Unix-based operating systems, use of the command line and SQL. Have a strong historical knowledge of UK Pensions Legislation.