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• Operational execution: - Own the pension calendar, proactively drive activities and report on progress. - Manage a range of vendors and advisors; activities will include regular meetings/reviews, monitoring service levels, service improvements, change control and risk management on an ongoing basis. - Identify opportunities to improve processes and strive for continuous improvement. - Troubleshoot operational issues. - Monitor expenses in line with agreed budgets. - Manage projects from time to time as required e.g. valuations, vendor reviews, fund changes, Trustee appointments. Client/ Stakeholder management: - Act as day-to-day contact for Trustees and third-party relationships. - Review and challenge advice provided. - Provide pension SME support to and collaborate with other business functions - HR business partners, Payroll, Finance, Legal etc. - Draft and issue member/ employee communications. - Prepare written presentations and communications and present verbally to audiences of all sizes and levels (including Trustee Board). - Respond to complex queries from employees. - Ensure the Firm and Trustees comply with regulatory requirements and internal risk processes e.g. annual audit, TCFD reporting, auto-enrolment, vendor due diligence. - Coordinate meetings and governance cycles. - Work with Plan Secretary and external advisors to prepare Trustee agendas/packs. - Maintain plan documentation, policies, records and process documents. - Work with Plan Actuary on annual IAS19/ GAAP and ICAAP submissions. - Review industry best practice and legislative updates to inform operation and policy. - At least 6 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role - Strong organisation skills, a structured and methodical approach and excellent attention to detail. - Strong multi-tasking skills to drive a large number of workstreams independently. - Ability to execute tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. - A client-oriented approach and willingness to go the extra mile to achieve high quality service/ output. - Established business written and verbal communication skills. - Intellectual curiosity, solid motivation and collaborative spirit - a can-do approach, ready to assist the team and take on challenges. - Strong risk focus and problem-solving capability. - Ability to build relationships and effectively manage a range of pension stakeholders (trustee, sponsor, advisors, administrators etc). - Adaptability and ability to work well under pressure. - Ability to exercise judgement. - A desire for continuous improvement. - Good commercial awareness. - Proven track record of ownership of projects/ pension BAU cycles. - Solid understanding of TPR expectations and pension governance norms. Skills that will help you in the role: - Good understanding of pension regulatory landscape, current trends and upcoming requirements. - Familiarity with DB/ offshore/ EMEA pensions. - Wider benefit experience e.g. flexible benefit enrolment, bonus sacrifice etc. We do it in a way that's differentiated - and we've done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser. If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Flexible work statement Interested in flexible working opportunities? Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.