Pension Governance Consultant & Scheme Secretary
4 days ago
Leeds
Welcome to Gallagher Benefit Services!\n At Gallagher Benefit Services, we pride ourselves on being a trusted partner for organizations as they navigate their most important people decisions. Our mission is to help clients create better workplaces where individuals feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or tackling workforce challenges, the work you do here will create meaningful change for businesses and the people who drive them. \n Join a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and where you can help build a better world of work, think of Gallagher! About the Role\n We are excited to invite a Pensions Governance Consultant & Scheme Secretary to join our expert team within First Actuarial, based in any of our UK offices. Our team specializes in delivering consultancy, secretarial, project, and technical services related to Defined Benefit Pension schemes, while also supporting internal teams and firm-wide projects. \n This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment, where you’ll work on a diverse range of projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a real impact, working both independently and as part of a supportive team. \n We’re looking for someone with demonstrable experience in delivering consulting services to clients and trustees regarding Defined Benefit Pension scheme governance and trustee secretarial work, coupled with exceptional communication and organizational skills. If you’re ready to take on new challenges and grow your career in a forward-thinking organization, we’d love to hear from you! Your Impact\n\n • Deliver expert consultancy, secretariat, and governance services to a diverse portfolio of clients, fostering strong and trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders.\n, • Coordinate and manage Trustee and client meetings, including preparing agendas, meeting packs, drafting and presenting reports, recording minutes, and tracking actions to completion.\n, • Maintain and enhance key governance documentation and policies, ensuring compliance with scheme governance requirements and supporting Trustee boards in meeting Effective System of Governance standards.\n, • Lead and support a variety of projects, ensuring timely delivery to clients and internal teams while drafting and maintaining detailed project plans.\n, • Produce and present high-quality reports, documents, and presentations, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and professionalism for both internal and client audiences.\n, • Support the onboarding of new clients, with opportunities to contribute to new business tenders and proposals.\n, • Collaborate with the specialist consultancy team to deliver exceptional services and advice to both external clients and internal stakeholders.\n, • Commit to personal growth and continuous learning, staying up to date with the latest pensions legislation and industry developments.\nAbout You\n\n, • Proven expertise in pension scheme governance and secretarial work, with a strong commitment to continuous professional development.\n, • Client-focused relationship management experience, showcasing excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.\n, • Project management experience is a plus, demonstrating the ability to deliver results in dynamic environments.\n, • In-depth understanding of pension scheme requirements, ensuring compliance and best practices.\n, • A track record of collaborative success, working effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve goals and meet deadlines.\n, • Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively and prioritize workloads efficiently.\n, • Outstanding communication abilities, both written and verbal, with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.\n, • A self-motivated professional who thrives both independently and within a team environment.\n, • Positive, proactive, and adaptable, eager to embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth.\nCompensation and Benefits\n At Gallagher, we believe that supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. Here’s what we offer: \n\n • Competitive compensation\n, • Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being\n, • Career development opportunities and ongoing learning\n, • A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership\n, • The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact\n\n At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. Although this role is listed as full-time, if you’re in a job-share partnership, work reduced hours, or have any other flexible arrangement, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know. \n Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled).