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Pensions Calculation Analyst- Defined Benefits

Posted 1 day ago by Lorien


ResponsibilitiesAnalyzing business requirements, Trust Deed and Rules and other scheme documentation and planning an app...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location London

Programme Manager – Pension Transition & Cutover

Posted 4 days ago by Robert Walters


We are seeking a Transition & Cutover Lead to join a major pension transformation programme within a leading asset m...

  • Rate £850 per day
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location City of London

Cutover Manager - Financial Services. Pensions Book Migration

Posted 5 days ago by Sanderson Recruitment


Cutover Manager - Financial Services. Pensions Book MigrationOur City of London based Life & Pensions client have ur...

  • Rate £850 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location City of London (EC1)

Cutover Manager - Financial Services. Pensions Book Migration

Posted 6 days ago by Sanderson Recruitment Plc


Cutover Manager - Financial Services. Pensions Book MigrationOur City of London based Life & Pensions client have ur...

  • Rate £850 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location City of London

DC Pensions Administration Manager

Posted 1 week ago by Proactive Appointments


DC Pensions Administration Manager - Fixed Term ContractWe are seeking an experienced DC Pensions Administration Manager...

  • Rate £72,000 per year
  • Category Fixed-Term
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Durham

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Pension Fund Accounts Officer

Posted 1 week ago by Civic Recruitment Limited


SummaryThis is a 3-month contract role with a local authority, offering a pay rate of £400 per day under an umbrella arr...

  • Rate £400 per day
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location London, England, United Kingdom

Transition & Cutover Lead – Major Pension Transformation

Posted 1 week ago by Robert Walters


We are seeking a Transition & Cutover Lead to join a major pension transformation programme within a leading asset m...

  • Rate £900 per day
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Not specified
  • Location London

Pensions Officer

Posted 1 week ago by Civic Recruitment Limited


SummaryJoin a Local Authority for a 3-4 week contract as a Payroll & Pensions Officer. In this role, you will ensure...

  • Rate £32 per hour
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location London, England, United Kingdom

Pensions Officer, Hybrid Working, Immediate Start, London Based

Posted 1 week ago by Social Care Locums


This East London Authority are looking for a Pension Officer. Details of the role are:MUST HAVE: Recent LGPS administrat...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location London

Data Management Analyst - Pension/Fund Calculations

Posted 2 weeks ago by Huntswood


Our client, a leading provider of investment and pension products, has an immediate opening for a Data Management Analys...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Remote
  • Location London

Data Management Analyst - Pension/Fund Calculations

Posted 2 weeks ago by Huntswood Plc


Our client, a leading provider of investment and pension products, has an immediate opening for a Data Management Analys...

  • Rate Not specified
  • Category Not specified
  • Work type Remote
  • Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford

About Our Pensions Contract Roles

What does a pensions contractor do?

Pensions contractors are engaged to provide specialist expertise across defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes, covering scheme administration, actuarial support, regulatory compliance, scheme governance, and member communications. Contract engagements commonly arise during periods of regulatory change, scheme restructuring, buy-in or buyout preparation, GMP equalisation projects, and pension system migrations. Pensions contractors work within pension scheme trustee boards, in-house pensions teams at large employers, pensions consultancies, and third-party administrators. The sector's complexity and the consequences of error mean that deep domain knowledge is non-negotiable.

The technical skills required depend on the specific role within pensions contracting. Pensions actuaries require fellowship-level qualifications and experience with valuation, funding, and risk transfer modelling. Pensions administrators need thorough knowledge of scheme rules, benefit calculations, and regulatory reporting requirements. Pensions governance and compliance contractors require expertise in the Pensions Regulator's code of practice, scheme funding regulations, and trustee governance frameworks. Across all pensions contractor roles, experience with pensions administration platforms such as Heywood, Aquila, or Civica is commonly expected.

What is the market like for pensions contractors?

Pensions contracting in the UK is a specialist market driven by the ongoing regulatory complexity of the sector and the structural shift in the defined benefit landscape. The volume of schemes pursuing buy-in, buyout, or consolidation transactions continues to generate significant project-based demand for actuarial, administrative, and governance contractors. GMP equalisation remains a live workstream across many schemes. The Pensions Regulator's evolving expectations around scheme governance and funding have increased demand for experienced compliance and governance contractors. Rates are influenced by the specialism's depth and the relatively small pool of qualified practitioners.

How much do pensions contractors usually earn?

Contract rates for pensions roles typically range from £500 to £950 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.

How many pensions vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?

Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 pensions contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to October 2026.