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About Us At Spence & Partners (part of 3173 Group), we’re on a mission to simplify and enhance the pensions industry. We believe in delivering smarter, more effective solutions that help pension schemes thrive. Since our founding in 2000, we’ve earned a reputation for practical and innovative advice, with a commitment to meeting the evolving needs of Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution schemes. We’re looking for graduates to start in September 2026 who are eager to make an impact. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of experts, learn from industry leaders, and contribute to projects that help empower trustees, employers, advisers, and members. With a culture built on collaboration and excellence, we offer a dynamic environment where you’ll grow professionally and personally. Our cutting-edge integrated actuarial and administration platform, industry partnerships, and agile approach to problem-solving are just a few ways we’re reshaping pensions. As part of our team, you’ll be at the heart of these innovations, contributing to meaningful change in the sector. As a Graduate, a structured training plan will help you grow your knowledge and drive your career. Working with our team you will create a personal development plan to support your development in the company and the industry. In support of our Pensions Management teams, you will contribute to a wide range of work within the pensions sector, incorporating technical support to the Trustees and Sponsoring Employers of pension schemes, as well as our work with the Pension Protection Fund and Pensions Regulator. This provides the opportunity to enhance your technical abilities and develop core technical pensions management competencies on a daily basis, whilst working in a challenging environment as part of a rapidly growing, innovative pension consulting firm. You will liaise with colleagues throughout our office locations and work on clients from a diverse range of industries. About You As a Pensions Management Graduate trainee, you will: • Help provide a client service that is proactive, timely and fully focused on the needs of the client and maintains the excellent reputation that has been established by our impressive team., • Be encouraged to use your creativity and critical thinking to come up with tailor-made solutions to unique problems., • Demonstrate excellent communication skills through regular interaction with clients., • Be trained on the use of our bespoke in-house software, Mantle®, to consider and develop appropriate solutions that meet the needs of our clients., • Carry out a range of projects from winding up schemes and calculating member pension benefits to carrying out forensic research., • Draft reports and presentations to clients in support of their decision making in managing their pension scheme arrangements., • Act as key contact to members and clients, answering a range of queries over the phone and via written communication becoming effective and confident in providing clear and accurate information to members and beneficiaries., • Support our work with the Pension Protection Fund as a member of its Specialist Administration and Actuarial Services Panel., • Perform in accordance with financial targets and standards; time recording, budget monitoring, billing and all other aspects of financial management., • Work with and support expert and senior colleagues developing skills and knowledge across our range of services by delivering on client needs. Responsibilities & Criteria Essential Criteria • An honours degree at 2:1 level or above in a relevant subject, • At least 5 GCSEs to include Mathematics and English at Grade A or above, • Excellent IT skills and full competence in Microsoft packages, e.g., Word and Excel, with an aptitude for learning other systems, • Experience of working proactively and using your own initiative to complete tasks, • Excellent verbal and written skills, • Ability to display a keen interest in the industry and environment in which we operate Desirable Criteria Work experience or Placement in a Professional Services environment Behaviour Competencies for the Role Inspiring Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Impacting & Influencing, Client Engagement, Collaborative Working, Problem Solving, Planned Approach, Professional Approach The 3173 Culture Our primary aim is to provide interesting, worthwhile and healthy careers for all our people; we believe that this emphasis sets us apart from our competitors. We are defined by our ethos and by our goal: Our ethos is an individual and collective commitment achieved through carefully balancing responsibility with freedom and flexibility, all of which is underpinned by a willingness to work interdependently. When we get this balance right, it is how we do our best work. Our goal is to provide interesting, worthwhile, and healthy careers for our people. Our graduate development programmes offer the opportunity to build a career in the pensions industry. You’ll get direct exposure to working with the directors of our business and the opportunity to really make your mark in a growing business. We will support you every step of the way through our accelerated learning and development scheme. Salary & Benefits Package If you are successful you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package outlined on our careers page. ___ To find out what our previous graduates say about this programme please check out the placement and graduate section of our website. . Circumstances • Location: Flexible within commutable distance of our Glasgow or Belfast office., • Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week with additional hours as and when required., • Our Company is committed to work life balance and our flexi-working policy and opportunity for remote working enables individuals to maintain that balance., • All roles are subject to a six-month probationary period and all prospective employees are required to complete an Access NI check., • As part of the pre-hire process the successful candidate will be subject to reference checking security vetting., • 3173 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applying with a disability or long-term health condition? As part of our belief that we benefit from the differences among us, we are committed to increasing the representation of disabled colleagues and want to remove any barriers or challenges that get in the way of candidates with a disability or long-term health condition from applying to work with us. As part of this commitment, we guarantee to automatically interview anyone with a disability who meets the minimum criteria. If there is support or an adjustment that we can provide to enable you to be at your best during the recruitment and selection process, we encourage you to advise us in good time so that we may make suitable arrangements. We understand that being open with us may feel uncomfortable so please only share with us the information that you are comfortable to share, and rest assured that we will use this only to provide you with the right support. Any information you give us will be treated completely confidentially. To discuss this further please call 028 9041 2000 and ask to speak to a member of the People team.

Graduate / Junior C# Software Engineer | Belfast (Hybrid) Location: Belfast Type: Full-Time | Permanent About the Opportunity: Join a collaborative and growing software team working with modern Microsoft technologies to deliver scalable, high-quality applications. This is an ideal role for a graduate or junior developer eager to build commercial experience in C#, .NET, and cloud-based systems while learning from experienced engineers in a supportive environment. What Youll Be Doing: Developing, testing, and maintaining software solutions using C# and the .NET framework. Collaborating with senior engineers on new feature development and system improvements. Participating in code reviews, debugging, and technical discussions. Working with databases, APIs, and front-end integrations as part of end-to-end delivery. Learning modern engineering practices such as Agile, CI/CD, and cloud deployment. What Youll Bring: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field. Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles. Exposure to C#, .NET, SQL, or similar technologies (through coursework, projects, or placement). Enthusiasm for software development and a genuine desire to learn and grow. Good problem-solving and communication skills. Why Join: Structured mentorship and technical development support. Exposure to real-world software delivery and modern cloud technologies. Inclusive, team-oriented culture where your ideas are valued. Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing organisation. If you're interested or have any further questions on the role, please feel free to reach out to Eve Geddis directly on LinkedIn. Skills: C# .Net Benefits: Pension Fund

Tactical Buyer Belfast Full time 2025-11-27 Posted Today R0292609 Location: Belfast, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Location: Belfast Term: Permanent We're looking for a Tactical Buyer to support our Integrated Airspace-protection Systems business unit (IAS) in Belfast. This is an exciting opportunity with responsibility for ensuring that the materials Thales procures are of the required specification, giving consideration to quality, delivery, price and other contractual conditions. As a Tactical Buyer you will be responsible for a personal purchasing budget of up to £1M equating to the management of approximately 400 purchase parts and will have authority to negotiate and approve individual Purchase Orders (PO) and sub-contracts up to £15,000. You will be required to support the negotiation, financial and contractual control of purchases and the implementation of the systems and processes required to successfully manage them. The ideal candidate will be an experienced manufacturing buyer with working knowledge of ERP systems and demonstrable experience of influencing and negotiating. Key responsibilities and Accountabilities: Generate and issue Purchase Orders (POs) utilising the Thales ERP and procurement systems Sign and approve purchase orders within Delegation of Authority Limits Coordinate all invoice and account queries relating to purchase orders to assist the orderly flow of cash Negotiate purchase pricing and terms and conditions Support the assessment and appraisal of new and existing suppliers Work with wider global Thales Procurement community to ensure the best Procurement solution is found for material requirements. Issue 'Request for Quotations' (RFQs) in support of Programme and Bid requirements Interface with relevant internal functions and stakeholders to ensure requirements are met. Determine and manage the export control status of incoming material Support the preparation and management of business reviews with relevant suppliers Capture, develop and improve supplier performance Comply with Thales processes within the procurement function Technical Skills and Experience: Experience in a Manufacturing Buyer role or other relevant purchasing experience Experience of using an ERP system General commercial knowledge Knowledge of Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word and Excel is essential Ability to demonstrate influencing and negotiation skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the business MCIPS or equivalent qualifications is desirable but a commitment to work towards MCIPs is essential #LI-SW1 In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles. Great journeys start here, apply now!