Pensions Data Consulting Director

Shape the Future of Pensions Data Consulting

WTW's Pensions Data Solutions team is helping some of the UK's largest Defined Benefit pension schemes tackle complex data challenges, improve member outcomes and prepare for future strategic initiatives.

We're looking for an experienced Pensions Data Consulting Director to manage client engagements, develop innovative solutions and drive the continued growth of our market-leading pensions data consulting practice. This is a senior, client-facing role requiring deep pensions consulting experience, strong commercial acumen and the ability to build trusted relationships with pension managers, trustees and key decision-makers. The role combines technical pensions knowledge with consulting and business development responsibilities.

This role can be based in Reigate, Bristol, London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Edinburgh with hybrid working.

The Role

As a Pensions Data Consulting Director, you will:

• Act as a trusted adviser to Pension Managers, Trustee Boards and senior stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of UK Defined Benefit pension schemes.

• Manage complex data consulting engagements, helping clients understand, improve and maximise the value of their pension scheme data.

• Develop and execute client data strategies, including benefit rectifications, that deliver measurable value and strong commercial outcomes.

• Drive business development activity, identifying opportunities to expand relationships and introduce new solutions and services.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring successful delivery, quality outcomes and strong financial performance.

• Work collaboratively with administrators, actuaries, legal advisers, technology specialists and external suppliers to deliver integrated client solutions.

• Coach and mentor colleagues whilst contributing to the continued growth and development of the Data Solutions practice.

• Promote innovation, best practice and new ideas across our pensions data consulting services.

What you'll bring

We're seeking an established pensions professional with a track record of delivering consulting outcomes and developing client relationships within the UK pensions market.

You'll ideally bring:

• Extensive knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pension schemes

• Experience managing client-facing pensions consulting engagements and presenting to senior stakeholders, trustees and pension managers.

• Strong commercial awareness, including experience of scoping, pricing, budgeting and managing project profitability.

• Experience managing multiple complex projects and workstreams simultaneously.

• A consultative approach with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and confidently to a range of audiences.

• Experience building and growing client relationships while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction.

• Knowledge of pensions data auditing, data improvement, data cleansing, GMP projects and pension administration systems would be highly beneficial.

• Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills.

What we offer

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.