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Pensions Associate
Pensions Associate – Bristol
Introduction
At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organisations navigating critical people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether through benefit strategies, wellbeing programs, or workforce expertise—your work creates meaningful change.
We thrive as a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners, solving problems and shaping the future of work. If you want to make your impact matter and contribute to a better world of work, Gallagher could be your home.
Overview
Are you ready to make an impact in the world of pensions?
We’re recruiting a Pensions Associate to join our Pensions Operations team in Bristol. If you’re highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering exceptional service, this could be your next step.
As a Pensions Associate, you’ll administer a diverse portfolio of occupational pension schemes, including:
- Defined Benefit (DB) pensions
- Defined Contribution (DC) pensions
- Hybrid pensions
Your responsibilities will include:
- Performing precise calculations
- Drafting member correspondence
- Running pensioner payrolls
- Supporting the Client Executive team
Key Responsibilities
- Managing pension administration tasks and calculations with accuracy and efficiency
- Communicating with scheme members via email, phone, and letters
- Preparing member correspondence and client reports
- Handling non-standard client and member queries
- Collaborating with peers and supporting the Team Leader
- Assisting the Client Executive team with operational responsibilities
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About You
Ideal Qualities & Skills
- Experience in pension scheme administration (DB/DC preferrable but not essential)
- Willingness to study (or studying towards) the Pension Management Institute’s CPC qualification
- Strong analytical abilities with a logical approach to problem-solving
- Exceptional attention to detail in processing data and compliance tasks
- Excellent communication skills for professional, member-facing interactions
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Why Join Gallagher Benefit Services?
This role offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative culture where your work makes a real difference.
Competitive Salary + Benefits
- Salary: Competitive, with clear opportunities for growth
- ** Development Focus:** Career growth supported from day one
Comprehensive Benefits Package
(Minimum guaranteed core benefits; enhanced offers may apply depending on role level)
Core Benefits:
- 25+ vacation days, bank holidays, and optional extra paid days
- Defined Contribution Pension Scheme, with employer contributions
- Life Insurance: Covering 4x basic annual salary (upgradable to 10x)
- Income Protection: Covers up to 50% of annual income (top-up options available)
- Health Insurance: Access to comprehensive plans
Additional Perks:
- 3 fully paid volunteering days per year
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Secure company shares at a discount
- Share Incentive Plan (HMRC tax-effective)
- Critical illness cover
- Discounted gym memberships (3,000+ locations)
- Season ticket loan
- Voucher portal: Discounted consumables/deals
- Emergency family care backup
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Inclusion & Diversity at Gallagher
Inclusion and diversity are pillar of our business culture. Our commitment has shaped Gallagher for 95+ years, fostering sustainability and community impact.
Our Values:
- Embrace employees’ race, ethnicity, gender identity, disability, and more
- View diversity as a strategic strength
- Champion equality through the Gallagher Way Principle
As a Disability Confident Employer, Gallagher ensures a fully inclusive recruitment process while supporting employees with disabilities.
Need adjustments? If you have disabilities or access needs during recruitment, let us know. Request support by emailing TAGlobalSupport@ajg.com or asking for a call back.
Our commitment to equal opportunity applies across all employment processes. Gallagher prohibits discrimination based on:
- Race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, military service, or other protected characteristics.
Progressive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are at the heart of our mission.
Ready to Apply? This is your chance to join a family-driven team helping businesses and employees thrive. Apply today and start shaping the future of pensions at Gallagher.
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