Willis Towers Watson

Manager, Pension Calculation Administration

Willis Towers Watson$75K — $110K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent benefits administration experience required.
  • 5+ years of experience in defined benefit plan calculations, preferably in a consulting environment.
  • Experience implementing pension outsourcing processes is a plus.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver quality results on time and within budget.
  • Experience in mentoring and developing junior staff members.
  • Demonstrated success in managing client relationships and resolving issues.

Responsibilities

  • Enhance knowledge of retirement plan administration.
  • Deliver consistent client management and accurate calculations for assigned clients.
  • Serve as the primary contact for clients regarding calculation-related services.
  • Interface cross-practice on assignments aligned with clients' broader issues.
  • Develop trusted advisor relationships with clients through effective communication.
  • Review complex pension benefit calculations per legal and plan requirements.
  • Deliver process training to team members and client contacts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Competitive paid leave benefits including holidays and annual paid time off.
  • Retirement benefits including a contributory pension plan and 401(k) savings plan.
  • Employee assistance programs to support wellbeing and work/life balance.
Full Job Description
In this challenging role as a Pension Outsourcing Benefits Manager, you will contribute as part of a team to the entire range of retirement administration activities, primarily focused on complex pension calculations and other related activities. If youre looking for an exciting role, with one of the leaders in the defined benefit outsourcing business and the opportunity to grow and develop your career, apply now! In this role you will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert to the internal team and our clients, trouble shoot issues, create client deliverables, contribute to client management and participate in the creation of new intellectual capital. This role can be held remotely from any location in the United States. Note that visa employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity. The Role Enhance your knowledge of all aspects of retirement plan administration Enjoy a well-defined career path with opportunities for growth and advancement Leverage the most cutting-edge tools and resources and some of the worlds experts in retirement plan design, management and pension administration Deliver superior, consistent client management and deliverables in support of a Director for assigned clients: Serve as primary, daily contact to clients on delivery of calculation related issues services and raise appropriate issues to Directors Interface with colleagues from other practices and regions on assignments that reflect the clients broader business issues Develop a trusted advisor relationship with client contacts through effective communication and efficient, quality execution of projects Manage a diverse set of pension administration services individually and through team initiatives Review complex pension benefit calculations in accordance with plan provisions, Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, and other legal regulations (e.g. transfers, QDROs) Review pension benefit commencement packages Ensure that work of self and team is delivered in accordance with professional and work excellence standards Deliver formal and informal process training to both team members and client contacts Qualifications The Requirements Bachelors degree or prior benefits administration experience required. 5 or more years of calculation experience in administration of defined benefit plans, preferably gained in a benefits consulting environment; experience in implementation of pension outsourcing processes a plus Must have experience collaborating with other colleagues in different countries Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven experience successfully managing multiple team projects simultaneously and producing quality deliverables on time and within budget Experience mentoring and developing junior staff Demonstrated success in managing client issues and relationships with some experience in growing relationships with current clients Strong interpersonal and team skills Flexibility and proven ability to diagnose and resolve issues; strong client service orientation Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel Ability to work independently and on client teams in a fast-paced environment Sense of accountability; owning ones work and taking pride in it Self-motivated Ability to travel and work extended hours as needed Compensation and Benefits Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only). Compensation The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $75,000 to $110,000 USD per year. The role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus. Company Benefits WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply): Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program) Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). Certain senior level roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.

About Willis Towers Watson

Willis Towers Watson is a global insurance and risk management company that provides a range of services to clients in more than 140 countries. The company was formed in 2016 through the merger of Willis Group Holdings and Towers Watson & Co. Willis Towers Watson offers a range of insurance products, including property and casualty insurance, life insurance, and health insurance. The company also provides risk management and consulting services, including actuarial services, investment consulting, and human capital consulting. Willis Towers Watson is known for its expertise in risk management and its ability to help clients navigate complex insurance and regulatory environments.
Learn more about Willis Towers Watson
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$26.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$996 million
Founded
1828
5 Year Trend
+2.7%
Revenue
$9.3 billion
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