Senior Technical Analyst

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Senior Technical Analyst

Location: London

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time

Grade: Senior Consultant

Hybrid

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This role can be hybrid at any of our XPS offices or remote with occasional office attendance.

About XPS Group:

XPS Group is a prominent and growing UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

About the Role:

This role is within Implementation Services (IST). IST is comprised of specialist team members that support the XPS Administration business in a variety of areas. The team provides technical, IT and specialist expertise to XPS Administration that underpins the quality solutions we provide to our administration clients. The team is located across the XPS Administration national offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership of analyst teams within large projects.
• Attendance at project meetings.
• Consultation on technical processes and outcomes.
• The setup and maintenance of all technical documents relevant to the automation setup and its testing.
• Analysis of administration data sets.
• Creation of calculation specifications and test packs for system automation.
• Installation of new automation.
• Regression and User Acceptance Testing.
• Management of the technical installation plan and timeline.
• Awareness of the larger new business programme and working within it.
• Installation of new calculation automation.
• Amendments to existing calculation automation.

Your Profile:

Essential:

• Strong education background with a minimum of A-levels or equivalent.
• Proven experience of working within an pensions administration team as a user, or a system support position in the pensions industry is required.
• IT proficient, with an emphasis on using Excel.
• Understanding of programming languages such as SQL and/or C# coding language is not required but may be beneficial.
• Experience of working with common pension administration systems and third-party IT suppliers is desirable e.g. PenScope, Compendia, ProFund.
• Proficient knowledge in benefit structures and calculation requirements for DB, DC and Hybrid pension schemes is desirable.
• Articulate presenter, able to present complex technical issues clearly and able to adapt to both high level and general audiences.
• Well-motivated self-starter who can demonstrate innovative and creative thinking.
• Ability to lead and direct through excellent team working skills with experience of motivating and developing multi-disciplinary technical teams.
• Enthusiasm for and commitment to establishing a successful technical framework.
• Ability to implement corporate policies and procedures.
• Understands the methodologies used in a software development and support environment e.g. Agile, Waterfall, ITIL.
• Proven track record of delivery and exceeding business objectives.

What We Offer:

Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days' holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit applications via Apply Now option or contact recruitment@xpsplc.com for more information. Join XPS Group and contribute to a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

Equal Opportunities Statement:

XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility:

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

Who Are We:

To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com