Senior Pensions Projects Analyst

We are hiring for a Senior Pensions Projects Analyst who would be based in our Leeds office. As a leader in the marketplace, WTW offers an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience of project work and data analysis preferably with pensions knowledge.  As part of our projects team you will work within a dynamic pensions administration function servicing both internal and external clients. Initially, the successful candidate will provide support to existing associates on various projects. Following on the job training, the successful candidate will be expected to run and manage large projects successfully and maintain existing reporting requirements. 

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

The Role

• Lead on key projects including analysing data in excel
• Understand and communicate data issues / cleanse requirements
• Scope and cost project requirements and monitor the spend versus budget
• Produce test packs for automation changes, test and sign off calculations
• Monitor own projects and that of junior associates 
• In conjunction with the Team Leader, ensure that all delivery promises and performance standards are achieved
• Escalate problems to Team Leader and agree best approach 
• Challenge procedures to identify process improvements and pass on recommendations to Team Leader
• Mentor junior associates and hold regular feedback sessions
• Identify associate training needs and raise with Team Leader, proposing solutions where appropriate.
• Assist in due diligence exercises, analysing data quality, identifying data issues and proposing solutions
• Monitor and manage data cleaning requirements
• Provide an efficient, professional service to meet all client/members' needs and to promote the WTW brand
• Work with the Team Leader to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs e.g. automation, full use of standard products

The Requirements

• Proven track record of data projects including strong data analysis and manipulation skills

• Advanced knowledge of Excel is essential

• Excellent interpersonal skills to include good written and verbal communication

• Good time management skills and the ability to organise and prioritise own workload

• Able to work to a high level of accuracy

• Customer and quality focused

• Experience of dealing with occupational pension schemes is preferred. 

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidate.helpdesk@willistowerswatson.com.

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