The Vacancy

At the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (PPF), we safeguard the futures of nearly 300,000 members by compensating defined benefit (DB) pension scheme holders when their sponsoring employers become insolvent. With over £30 billion in assets under management, our investments support long-term economic growth across the UK.

Our award-winning team of around 450 professionals has earned the IPE UK Pension Fund of the Year title three times in six years. We work closely with government and industry partners to improve outcomes for scheme members, employers, and the broader pension system—playing a vital role in strengthening retirement security nationwide.

We’re looking for a Pension Project Analyst to join the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] within a team that is responsible for the delivery of schemes that are transferring to the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

The role will be responsible for managing a portfolio of pension schemes within the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] legislative framework and will require close involvement and management of all stakeholders, including trustees, actuaries, and scheme administrators, to deliver projects in line with the agreed project plans and budgets. This includes working closely with relevant internal teams to resolve technical or legal issues to ensure a smooth progress either through transition for schemes transferring into the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or, for overfunded cases, to a successful buyout.

Our ideal applicant will have experience of working within the pensions industry, preferably in the area of windups and/or buyouts. A relevant pension qualification will be advantageous. Applicants must have the ability to manage projects, ensuring they are managed within time and budget. They will need to have strong communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical individuals, with the ability to influence a variety of stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience in pensions industry, preferably windups and/or buyouts
• Relevant pension qualification (advantageous)
• Ability to manage projects within time and budget
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to interpret complex technical issues
• Stakeholder management

Benefits

• Defined benefit or defined contribution pension
• Private medical insurance
• Health cash plan
• Corporate discretionary bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• EASIT rail travel discount
• Flexible / hybrid working
• Volunteer days

About the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

We’re a statutory public corporation led by our board and accountable to Parliament through the Secretary of State for the Department for Work and Pensions. It's our duty to protect people with an eligible defined benefit pension when an employer becomes insolvent. We’re proud of the work we do. Without us, many people would face significant financial hardship. We’re also proud of our people, all of whom are committed to our mission and to serving over 230,000 members.

Application Instructions

Sound like you? Apply now. Visit the PPF careers website to submit your application. No agencies please.