Global Benefits Advisor (UK Pension)

How about a job that works for you? 🤔 
 

Ever dreamt of a role where you call the shots on where you work? Welcome to Safeguard Global! We're all about making work fit your life, not the other way around. 🦸 

Our “work in any way” philosophy means tackling projects from the comfort of your couch, breaking up your day to run errands, or taking meetings from a cozy café in another country. At Safeguard Global, you have the flexibility to balance productivity with life’s moments while meeting your deadlines. 🛣️

The role in a nutshell:
We are looking for a UK Pension expert who is interested in expanding their career into a Global Benefits Advisor role. This position is ideal for professionals with strong experience in UK pension schemes (DB and DC), auto-enrollment, and pension legislation, who are keen to broaden their expertise into the wider global benefits space. In this role, you will leverage your pension knowledge to support the design, implementation, and management of client benefits programs, while collaborating with internal teams and clients to ensure compliance, effective plan administration, and high-quality service delivery. While prior international benefits experience is not mandatory, the role offers the opportunity to develop exposure to global benefits practices and multi-country benefit programs.

How you will make a difference: 

• Deliver end-to-end pension administration for joiners, leavers, retirements, transfers, and life events.

• Manage pension schedules and reconciliations for both Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution schemes.

• Partner with HR, Payroll, Trustees, and external providers to ensure smooth and compliant operations.

• Support annual pension activities, including statements, audits, revaluations, and trustee reporting.

• Maintain accurate records, systems, and audit-ready documentation.

• Support auto-enrollment cycles

• Resolve client escalations and actively work with clients to improve engagement.

• Responsible for developing and maintaining benefit processes and related documentation

• Assist and support benefits projects using effective analytical skills to improve benefits offerings in line with business goals & financial objectives

• Collaborate with the internal teams and external partners to streamline our approach to the management of benefits.

• Participates in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities.

• Manage assigned client base ensure key metrics and SLAs are adhered to.

• Communicate complex information to educate clients’ employees on their benefit options and exclusions

• Analyze and evaluate client needs based on history to determine the best benefit option for their situation  

What will make you stand out: 

• 2+ years proven experience in benefits administration in a client facing environment

• Strong knowledge of HR practice, legal compliance, and benefits design

• Proven track record of dealing with senior level executive leadership, up to and including C level.

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences.

• High degree of success leading projects with documented plans to drive actions and achieve objectives.

• Multi-language skills a plus

• CIPD, SHRM, or other relevant qualifications desirable but not essential  

About us: 
 

We’re not bound by traditional ways of doing things. Yep, we enable global expansion without the risk for more than 1,500 clients, but what really sets us apart is our vibe. We’re a community of 900+ Guardians, spread-out over 50+ countries, united by our dedication to a remote first and flexible workforce.  🌎 

Why become a Guardian:  

• 👨‍💻 Autonomy and Flexibility (work in any way): Remote first, with the flexibility to include life needs like school runs and gym breaks in your schedule, all while maintaining a high standard of work. 

• ✈️ International environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.   

• ⭐ Human centered culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve. 

• 📚 Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace.  

Next Steps:  

Ready to join a workforce that shapes itself around your life, and embrace remote work like a pro? Apply by clicking on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, or provide a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time.  

Welcome to the future of work! 🌐