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Actuarial Partner / Director Location: UK-wide, hybrid, with offices in major citiesI am managing a confidential search for several Director and Partner-level leaders for a PE-backed actuarial practice that is entering a new, well-funded investment cycle.This opportunity is different: it's for a leader who is motivated by the thought of getting their teeth stuck into a substantive new challenge and wants a direct stake in the outcome.This is a highly autonomous role with a clear path to equity partnership (or entrance at this level) and uncapped earning potential, directly linked to the growth you help create. The role: Drive new business with existing and new clients, utilising your personal network Lead consulting advice to a range of clients, differing in size, complexity and service line Challenge conventional thinking and drive innovation within the practice. Involved in influencing the strategic direction of the business Coaching and mentoring team members at all levels The individual: FIA Director: 10+ years' experience with a UKDB Actuarial Consultancy. Partner: 20+ years'. Trustee or Corporate-side experience with direct input on journey planning advice Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and commercial acumen. Experience in tender submissions/ leading pitches Proven ability to lead engagements for a diverse client portfolio (below and above £1bn), no matter the scheme size/ complexity. Practising SA cert, or acting "number 2" on clients If you are an experienced leader who is excited at the thought of a new challenge and the opportunity to be a key-builder in a high-growth environment, this one's for you. Please make contact for further details on the client, role, remuneration, and potential next steps. Any communication with myself is HIGHLY CONFIDENTIAL.Apply to this ad and I will be in touch with you, or reach out to me directly:E: M: Principal Consultant Leading Life & Pensions Actuarial Recruitment

London hybrid arrangement Total package £250-300k A client of mine are working exclusively with myself in hiring a Head of DC Proposition. This is an opportunity to join a major pensions organisation that manages a sophisticated Industry-Wide Master Trust (IWDC) and significant Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) arrangements. The firm serves over 75,000 members and manages more than £2 billion in assets, often invested alongside a £33bn DB pool. The Role: Lead the end-to-end DC proposition strategy. Act as the "coal-face" expert, bringing fresh ideas to the DC change roadmap Own the DC investment proposition: default design, ESG integration, and member outcome modelling. Provide regulated investment advice to trustees and senior internal stakeholders. Advise on the upcoming Value for Money (VFM) Framework. Oversee DC administration relationships, ensuring effective SLAs and operational governance Manage regulatory reporting requirements, including the Chair's Statement and Master Trust Business Plan. The Individual: Likely at a Pensions Consultancy in a Senior DC role, currently at the "coal-face" of the DC market A real DC SME, extensive all-round DC knowledge and experience: proposition strategy, DC investment advice (regulated), DC governance and VFM framework, Mastertrust regulations FCA Authorised: Must hold or be eligible for FCA authorisation to give regulated investment advice. Strong understanding of upcoming changes in VFM, framework and other challenges/changes to be anticipated across the DC landscape This is a rare opportunity to move in-house, and a strong time to make a move within DC Pensions. Get in touch or apply to this ad for more details, deadline 20/02/2026:M: E: Sponsorship not offered Principal Consultant Leading Life & Pensions Actuarial Recruitment Seniority LevelDirector Industry Investment Advice Pension Funds Insurance and Employee Benefit Funds Employment TypeFull-time Job Functions Consulting Analyst Business Development Skills Proposition Defined Contribution Pension Funds Corporate Governance Value for Money Investment Strategies Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investment Advisory Services Client R

London hybrid arrangement Total package £250-300k A client of mine are working exclusively with myself in hiring a Head of DC Proposition. This is an opportunity to join a major pensions organisation that manages a sophisticated Industry-Wide Master Trust (IWDC) and significant Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) arrangements. The firm serves over 75,000 members and manages more than £2 billion in assets, often invested alongside a £33bn DB pool. The Role: Lead the end-to-end DC proposition strategy. Act as the "coal-face" expert, bringing fresh ideas to the DC change roadmap Own the DC investment proposition: default design, ESG integration, and member outcome modelling. Provide regulated investment advice to trustees and senior internal stakeholders. Advise on the upcoming Value for Money (VFM) Framework. Oversee DC administration relationships, ensuring effective SLAs and operational governance Manage regulatory reporting requirements, including the Chair's Statement and Master Trust Business Plan. The Individual: Likely at a Pensions Consultancy in a Senior DC role, currently at the "coal-face" of the DC market A real DC SME, extensive all-round DC knowledge and experience: proposition strategy, DC investment advice (regulated), DC governance and VFM framework, Mastertrust regulations FCA Authorised: Must hold or be eligible for FCA authorisation to give regulated investment advice. Strong understanding of upcoming changes in VFM, framework and other challenges/changes to be anticipated across the DC landscape This is a rare opportunity to move in-house, and a strong time to make a move within DC Pensions. Get in touch or apply to this ad for more details, deadline 20/02/2026:M: E: Sponsorship not offered Principal Consultant Leading Life & Pensions Actuarial Recruitment Seniority LevelDirector Industry Investment Advice Pension Funds Insurance and Employee Benefit Funds Employment TypeFull-time Job Functions Consulting Analyst Business Development Skills Proposition Defined Contribution Pension Funds Corporate Governance Value for Money Investment Strategies Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investment Advisory Services Client R

Move from Consultancy to ConsultancyWhile the technical work (valuations, calculations, factoring reviews, accounting, etc.) remains constant, the operational environment and commercial exposure vary massively between firms. Staying put for the sake of comfort often leads to becoming a specialist in one firm's specific process rather than a well-rounded consultant, as well as a stagnant salary- don't disregard consultancy to consultancy moves! The role, Consultant/ Senior Consultant: Lead/ manage client relationships- drafting reports, attending meetings, and providing solutions Provide comprehensive advice across complex matters- investing assets, de-risking, longevity, risk management and legislation Manage/ develop your portfolio of corporate and scheme actuary appointments Pitch for new business Check/ review the work of team members and junior colleagues The individual: FIA/ FFA Qualified Actuary (or nearing qualification (10+ exams 4+ years in UK DB pensions (EBC) For Senior Consultant role: 3+ years post-qualification Strong client-facing and project management skills Wide grasp of current DB scheme issues Scheme Actuary Cert (Advantageous, not essential) Please apply or contact me directly for full details on the client, incentive, and package Yasmin Andrews Life & Pensions Actuarial Hiring Lead, Principal Consultant Get in touch to discuss the market. A range of seniorities and specialisms covered: M: E:

Move from Consultancy to ConsultancyWhile the technical work (valuations, calculations, factoring reviews, accounting, etc.) remains constant, the operational environment and commercial exposure vary massively between firms. Staying put for the sake of comfort often leads to becoming a specialist in one firm's specific process rather than a well-rounded consultant, as well as a stagnant salary- don't disregard consultancy to consultancy moves! The role, Consultant/ Senior Consultant: Lead/ manage client relationships- drafting reports, attending meetings, and providing solutions Provide comprehensive advice across complex matters- investing assets, de-risking, longevity, risk management and legislation Manage/ develop your portfolio of corporate and scheme actuary appointments Pitch for new business Check/ review the work of team members and junior colleagues The individual: FIA/ FFA Qualified Actuary (or nearing qualification (10+ exams 4+ years in UK DB pensions (EBC) For Senior Consultant role: 3+ years post-qualification Strong client-facing and project management skills Wide grasp of current DB scheme issues Scheme Actuary Cert (Advantageous, not essential) Please apply or contact me directly for full details on the client, incentive, and package Yasmin Andrews Life & Pensions Actuarial Hiring Lead, Principal Consultant Get in touch to discuss the market. A range of seniorities and specialisms covered: M: E:

Move from Consultancy to ConsultancyWhile the technical work (valuations, calculations, factoring reviews, accounting, etc.) remains constant, the operational environment and commercial exposure vary massively between firms. Staying put for the sake of comfort often leads to becoming a specialist in one firm's specific process rather than a well-rounded consultant, as well as a stagnant salary- don't disregard consultancy to consultancy moves! The role, Consultant/ Senior Consultant: Lead/ manage client relationships- drafting reports, attending meetings, and providing solutions Provide comprehensive advice across complex matters- investing assets, de-risking, longevity, risk management and legislation Manage/ develop your portfolio of corporate and scheme actuary appointments Pitch for new business Check/ review the work of team members and junior colleagues The individual: FIA/ FFA Qualified Actuary (or nearing qualification (10+ exams 4+ years in UK DB pensions (EBC) For Senior Consultant role: 3+ years post-qualification Strong client-facing and project management skills Wide grasp of current DB scheme issues Scheme Actuary Cert (Advantageous, not essential) Please apply or contact me directly for full details on the client, incentive, and package Yasmin Andrews Life & Pensions Actuarial Hiring Lead, Principal Consultant Get in touch to discuss the market. A range of seniorities and specialisms covered: M: E:

Pensions Consultant, Trustee Governance, DB Pensions London, Manchester, Glasgow or Belfast with hybrid working I'm working with a well-established trusteeship business that is investing heavily in its ongoing trustee services. This is a proper "engine room" governance role where you sit close to Trustees and senior client leads, owning meeting cycles, actions, budgets and scheme governance across a portfolio of DB arrangements. If you enjoy being the person who keeps everything tight, timely, and regulator ready, while still building strong relationships with advisers and sponsors, this is likely to land well. What you will be doing day to day Running the governance calendar across your schemes so nothing slips, including statutory deadlines and internal reporting Partnering with the Client Manager to keep business plan actions moving and documented properly Owning Trustee meeting logistics end to end, including agenda planning and producing clear packs Writing crisp minutes and actions that stand up to scrutiny, then chasing actions through to closure Keeping scheme spend under control, supporting budgets, checking invoices, and making sure approvals and payment processes are followed Handling member queries in a way that is responsive and confident Pulling together information for Trustee discretions so decisions are well supported and evidenced Keeping stakeholders aligned across administrators, advisers, sponsors, and Trustee boards What I am looking for Solid experience in DB scheme governance, trustee secretariat support, or pensions administration with a governance focus Around five years plus in a similar role, where you have owned meeting cycles and action logs rather than just supporting them Strong written output, especially minutes and action tracking Confident juggling multiple schemes, competing deadlines, and senior stakeholders A good working understanding of DB operations and governance expectations Nice to have, not essential Degree or relevant professional qualifications, but experience wins here What you get in return This team's pitch is simple. They want people to have interesting, healthy careers, with flexibility that actually works in practice. They back that up with a strong benefits package, typically including: Competitive salary and bonus approach Flexible holiday offering Hybrid or remote working options depending on location and preference Matched pension contributions Life assurance and income protection Health cash plan, dental cover, and employee assistance support Annual health screening Car leasing and cycle to work options Season ticket support and charity giving options If you send me a CV or a quick outline of your current remit, I will come straight back with the scheme mix, seniority level, and what "good" looks like in the first six months.

Professional Trustee and Governance, DB Pensions UK wide with Hybrid working arrangements. I'm working with a growing professional trustee team that is scaling its ongoing trusteeship offering. They are recruiting across the board, so I am keen to speak with people at different stages, from early governance and trustee support through to experienced, accredited professional trustees. If you like being close to Trustee decision making, keeping schemes well-run, and building strong working relationships with advisers and sponsors, this is a strong platform. The work Depending on your background and seniority, you could be involved in a mix of the following: Coordinating scheme governance activity and keeping internal reporting accurate and up to date Managing business plan actions, tracking progress, and making sure deadlines are met Planning Trustee meetings, shaping agendas, and producing clear meeting packs Drafting minutes and action points that are accurate, timely, and easy to follow Chasing actions through to completion and keeping stakeholders accountable Supporting budgets and monitoring spend, including invoice review and approvals Responding to member queries in a confident, professional way Collating and reviewing information for Trustee discretions and decision support Building strong relationships with advisers, administrators, and sponsors For those at the experienced end, taking a lead role in Trustee discussions and decision making on complex matters What I am looking for This is intentionally broad, because the team is hiring across multiple seats. Experience in DB pensions in a governance, trustee support, trusteeship, or administration capacity Strong organisation and attention to detail, especially with documentation and follow through Confidence handling multiple moving parts and working to deadlines Clear written communication, particularly if you are producing minutes or formal records A collaborative approach with advisers and sponsors Professional Trustee accreditation is a plus where relevant, but not required for every role Working setup Hybrid or remote working is available depending on the specific position and scheme requirements. Benefits are competitive and typically include pension matching, life assurance, income protection, health support and a flexible benefits package. If you send me a CV or a quick summary of your current remit, I will come back with the best fit roles and the salary range that matches your level.

Professional Trustee and Governance, DB Pensions UK wide with Hybrid working arrangements. I'm working with a growing professional trustee team that is scaling its ongoing trusteeship offering. They are recruiting across the board, so I am keen to speak with people at different stages, from early governance and trustee support through to experienced, accredited professional trustees. If you like being close to Trustee decision making, keeping schemes well-run, and building strong working relationships with advisers and sponsors, this is a strong platform. The work Depending on your background and seniority, you could be involved in a mix of the following: Coordinating scheme governance activity and keeping internal reporting accurate and up to date Managing business plan actions, tracking progress, and making sure deadlines are met Planning Trustee meetings, shaping agendas, and producing clear meeting packs Drafting minutes and action points that are accurate, timely, and easy to follow Chasing actions through to completion and keeping stakeholders accountable Supporting budgets and monitoring spend, including invoice review and approvals Responding to member queries in a confident, professional way Collating and reviewing information for Trustee discretions and decision support Building strong relationships with advisers, administrators, and sponsors For those at the experienced end, taking a lead role in Trustee discussions and decision making on complex matters What I am looking for This is intentionally broad, because the team is hiring across multiple seats. Experience in DB pensions in a governance, trustee support, trusteeship, or administration capacity Strong organisation and attention to detail, especially with documentation and follow through Confidence handling multiple moving parts and working to deadlines Clear written communication, particularly if you are producing minutes or formal records A collaborative approach with advisers and sponsors Professional Trustee accreditation is a plus where relevant, but not required for every role Working setup Hybrid or remote working is available depending on the specific position and scheme requirements. Benefits are competitive and typically include pension matching, life assurance, income protection, health support and a flexible benefits package. If you send me a CV or a quick summary of your current remit, I will come back with the best fit roles and the salary range that matches your level.

Pensions Consultant, Trustee Governance, DB Pensions London, Manchester, Glasgow or Belfast with hybrid working I'm working with a well-established trusteeship business that is investing heavily in its ongoing trustee services. This is a proper "engine room" governance role where you sit close to Trustees and senior client leads, owning meeting cycles, actions, budgets and scheme governance across a portfolio of DB arrangements. If you enjoy being the person who keeps everything tight, timely, and regulator ready, while still building strong relationships with advisers and sponsors, this is likely to land well. What you will be doing day to day Running the governance calendar across your schemes so nothing slips, including statutory deadlines and internal reporting Partnering with the Client Manager to keep business plan actions moving and documented properly Owning Trustee meeting logistics end to end, including agenda planning and producing clear packs Writing crisp minutes and actions that stand up to scrutiny, then chasing actions through to closure Keeping scheme spend under control, supporting budgets, checking invoices, and making sure approvals and payment processes are followed Handling member queries in a way that is responsive and confident Pulling together information for Trustee discretions so decisions are well supported and evidenced Keeping stakeholders aligned across administrators, advisers, sponsors, and Trustee boards What I am looking for Solid experience in DB scheme governance, trustee secretariat support, or pensions administration with a governance focus Around five years plus in a similar role, where you have owned meeting cycles and action logs rather than just supporting them Strong written output, especially minutes and action tracking Confident juggling multiple schemes, competing deadlines, and senior stakeholders A good working understanding of DB operations and governance expectations Nice to have, not essential Degree or relevant professional qualifications, but experience wins here What you get in return This team's pitch is simple. They want people to have interesting, healthy careers, with flexibility that actually works in practice. They back that up with a strong benefits package, typically including: Competitive salary and bonus approach Flexible holiday offering Hybrid or remote working options depending on location and preference Matched pension contributions Life assurance and income protection Health cash plan, dental cover, and employee assistance support Annual health screening Car leasing and cycle to work options Season ticket support and charity giving options If you send me a CV or a quick outline of your current remit, I will come straight back with the scheme mix, seniority level, and what "good" looks like in the first six months.

Pensions Consultant, Trustee Governance, DB Pensions London, Manchester, Glasgow or Belfast with hybrid working I'm working with a well-established trusteeship business that is investing heavily in its ongoing trustee services. This is a proper "engine room" governance role where you sit close to Trustees and senior client leads, owning meeting cycles, actions, budgets and scheme governance across a portfolio of DB arrangements. If you enjoy being the person who keeps everything tight, timely, and regulator ready, while still building strong relationships with advisers and sponsors, this is likely to land well. What you will be doing day to day Running the governance calendar across your schemes so nothing slips, including statutory deadlines and internal reporting Partnering with the Client Manager to keep business plan actions moving and documented properly Owning Trustee meeting logistics end to end, including agenda planning and producing clear packs Writing crisp minutes and actions that stand up to scrutiny, then chasing actions through to closure Keeping scheme spend under control, supporting budgets, checking invoices, and making sure approvals and payment processes are followed Handling member queries in a way that is responsive and confident Pulling together information for Trustee discretions so decisions are well supported and evidenced Keeping stakeholders aligned across administrators, advisers, sponsors, and Trustee boards What I am looking for Solid experience in DB scheme governance, trustee secretariat support, or pensions administration with a governance focus Around five years plus in a similar role, where you have owned meeting cycles and action logs rather than just supporting them Strong written output, especially minutes and action tracking Confident juggling multiple schemes, competing deadlines, and senior stakeholders A good working understanding of DB operations and governance expectations Nice to have, not essential Degree or relevant professional qualifications, but experience wins here What you get in return This team's pitch is simple. They want people to have interesting, healthy careers, with flexibility that actually works in practice. They back that up with a strong benefits package, typically including: Competitive salary and bonus approach Flexible holiday offering Hybrid or remote working options depending on location and preference Matched pension contributions Life assurance and income protection Health cash plan, dental cover, and employee assistance support Annual health screening Car leasing and cycle to work options Season ticket support and charity giving options If you send me a CV or a quick outline of your current remit, I will come straight back with the scheme mix, seniority level, and what "good" looks like in the first six months.

Trustee Governance, DB Pensions, Junior Level London, Bristol, Birmingham or Manchester, hybrid working I'm hiring for a junior seat in a professional trustee team that is growing fast. This is a strong move for someone in pensions administration or consulting support who wants to get closer to trustee decision making and scheme governance, without needing to be the finished article on day one. You will be surrounded by experienced governance and trusteeship professionals, with proper exposure to meetings, advisers, and how schemes are actually run behind the scenes. What you will be doing Supporting the day to day governance of DB pension schemes Helping run the Trustee meeting cycle end to end, agendas, packs, logistics Drafting minutes and action points, then tracking actions through to completion Maintaining governance records, planners, and internal reporting Liaising with administrators, actuaries, lawyers, investment advisers and sponsors to pull together information Assisting with member queries and scheme communications Supporting Trustee discretions by collating case papers and ensuring decisions are documented properly Helping with scheme budgets and invoice checks where needed What I am looking for Experience in pensions administration or pensions consulting support, DB exposure is ideal Strong organisation and attention to detail, you like having things tidy and accurate Confident written communication, especially when capturing actions and summarising discussions Comfortable working to deadlines and juggling multiple moving parts A professional, calm style with stakeholders Why this one is worth a look Clear development path into trustee governance and trusteeship Genuine exposure to Trustee boards and adviser relationships Hybrid working in London, Bristol, Birmingham or Manchester Competitive package, with strong benefits and flexibility If you are in admin or consulting and you have been thinking, "what else can I do in Pensions", send me a CV or a quick outline of your current remit and I will tell you how this compares to what you are doing today.

Trustee Governance, DB Pensions, Junior Level London, Bristol, Birmingham or Manchester, hybrid working I'm hiring for a junior seat in a professional trustee team that is growing fast. This is a strong move for someone in pensions administration or consulting support who wants to get closer to trustee decision making and scheme governance, without needing to be the finished article on day one. You will be surrounded by experienced governance and trusteeship professionals, with proper exposure to meetings, advisers, and how schemes are actually run behind the scenes. What you will be doing Supporting the day to day governance of DB pension schemes Helping run the Trustee meeting cycle end to end, agendas, packs, logistics Drafting minutes and action points, then tracking actions through to completion Maintaining governance records, planners, and internal reporting Liaising with administrators, actuaries, lawyers, investment advisers and sponsors to pull together information Assisting with member queries and scheme communications Supporting Trustee discretions by collating case papers and ensuring decisions are documented properly Helping with scheme budgets and invoice checks where needed What I am looking for Experience in pensions administration or pensions consulting support, DB exposure is ideal Strong organisation and attention to detail, you like having things tidy and accurate Confident written communication, especially when capturing actions and summarising discussions Comfortable working to deadlines and juggling multiple moving parts A professional, calm style with stakeholders Why this one is worth a look Clear development path into trustee governance and trusteeship Genuine exposure to Trustee boards and adviser relationships Hybrid working in London, Bristol, Birmingham or Manchester Competitive package, with strong benefits and flexibility If you are in admin or consulting and you have been thinking, "what else can I do in Pensions", send me a CV or a quick outline of your current remit and I will tell you how this compares to what you are doing today.