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Gathering and documenting pension plan requirements, including plan provisions, eligibility and ... Analyzing and validating source data and collaborating with Product, Technology, and UI/UX teams to ...

... Analyze historical data to build operational efficiencies. - Handle the Defined Benefit regulatory filings and processing benefit payments in Canada. - Ensure compliance with applicable legal and ...

Manager, Pension Administration

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$110K - $125K/yr

... Analyze historical data to build operational efficiencies. - Handle the Defined Benefit regulatory filings and processing benefit payments in Canada. - Ensure compliance with applicable legal and ...

Pension Specialist

Sparks, NV · On-site

$17.50 - $21.50/hr

Pension Specialist Department: Associated Administrators Position Type: Non-Exempt Hours per Week ... Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business materials, technical procedures, benefit ...

Description SUMMARY: The Pension Processor will support Pension Department in serving and ... Prepare summary analysis for verification; Request initial payments from financial institution;

Analyst, Large Case Pensions

Hartford, CT · On-site +1

$43K - $93K/yr

Understanding of defined benefit pension plans, benefits, forms of annuity, contracts, and related ... analytical and problem-solving skills * 1+ years of customer service experience working with ...

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How much do pension analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for pension analyst in the United States is $73,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Pension Analyst vs Actuary?

AspectPension AnalystActuary
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, certifications like CFA or pension-specific trainingDegree in mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science; professional actuarial exams
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, pension funds, consulting firmsInsurance companies, consulting firms, pension plans
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in pension management and financial analysisIn insurance, risk assessment, and pension valuation
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for pension planning rolesMore specialized, but related in pension valuation

While both Pension Analysts and Actuaries work within the pension and financial sectors, Pension Analysts focus on analyzing pension plan data, funding status, and compliance, often with certifications like CFA. Actuaries perform complex risk assessments and valuation calculations, requiring advanced actuarial credentials. The roles overlap in pension valuation but differ in scope and technical depth.

What are Pension Analysts?

Pension Analysts are professionals who evaluate, administer, and manage pension plans for organizations or individuals. They ensure that retirement benefits are calculated correctly, comply with regulations, and are distributed appropriately. Their responsibilities often include analyzing plan data, preparing reports, assisting with audits, and answering plan participants' questions. Pension Analysts play a vital role in helping employees understand their retirement options and maintaining compliance with federal and state laws.

What are some common challenges Pension Analysts face when interpreting complex plan documents?

Pension Analysts often encounter challenges when reviewing and interpreting complex plan documents due to the detailed legal language and frequent updates to regulations. Navigating ambiguous clauses or legacy plan provisions can require extra attention to detail and collaboration with legal or compliance teams. Staying current with changing pension laws and ensuring accurate application to plan calculations are essential parts of the role. Developing strong analytical skills and leveraging team knowledge can help address these challenges effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pension Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pension Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid background in mathematics, finance, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with pension administration software, database management systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are commonly required, while actuarial certifications can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and the capacity to interpret complex regulations help professionals excel in this role. These skills are vital for accurately managing pension data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing clear information to clients or plan participants.
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Infographic showing various Pension Analyst job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,261 per year, or $35.2 per hour.
Product Specialist Pension

Product Specialist Pension

Deloitte

Jacksonville, FL • Remote

Other

Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago


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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 148 rated financial services


Job description

Join our Deloitte AI & Engineering team to transform technology platforms, drive innovation, and help make a significant impact on our clients' success. You'll work alongside talented professionals reimagining and reengineering operations and processes that are critical to businesses. Your contributions can help clients improve financial performance, accelerate new digital ventures, and fuel growth through innovation.

Work you'll do

As a Product Specialist on the AI & Engineering team, you will be responsible for:

  • Gathering and documenting pension plan requirements, including plan provisions, eligibility and vesting rules, and service crediting definitions
  • Defining and maintaining benefit calculation requirements, service purchase and buyback rules, and annuity options, including survivor benefit elections
  • Developing end-to-end pension process flows and translating pension policies into configuration logic and executable business rules for the pension calculation engine
  • Analyzing and validating source data and collaborating with Product, Technology, and UI/UX teams to align rules-engine behavior, calculation requirements, and retirement workflow design
  • Planning and executing scenario-based testing and complex calculation validation to confirm expected outcomes across edge cases

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our Industry Solutions clients seek verticalized solutions that transform how they sell products, deliver services, generate growth, and fulfill mission-critical operations. The Industry Solutions offering delivers integrated business expertise with repeatable scaled technology solutions that are specifically engineered for each sector's IndustryAdvantageTM.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3+ years of experience delivering benefits plan solutions in product management, benefits operations, benefits analysis, benefits administration, or business analysis roles
  • 2+ years of experience with pension plan structures, service history, eligibility rules, and benefit calculations
  • Ability to travel 0-50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:

  • Experience supporting federal, state, or local benefits products
  • Experience supporting large employer benefits environments
  • Experience with state or municipal pension systems, the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), or the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS)

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in a remote role, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to a remote role and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $88,800 to $148,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Qualifications:

Join our Deloitte AI & Engineering team to transform technology platforms, drive innovation, and help make a significant impact on our clients' success. You'll work alongside talented professionals reimagining and reengineering operations and processes that are critical to businesses. Your contributions can help clients improve financial performance, accelerate new digital ventures, and fuel growth through innovation.

Work you'll do

As a Product Specialist on the AI & Engineering team, you will be responsible for:

  • Gathering and documenting pension plan requirements, including plan provisions, eligibility and vesting rules, and service crediting definitions
  • Defining and maintaining benefit calculation requirements, service purchase and buyback rules, and annuity options, including survivor benefit elections
  • Developing end-to-end pension process flows and translating pension policies into configuration logic and executable business rules for the pension calculation engine
  • Analyzing and validating source data and collaborating with Product, Technology, and UI/UX teams to align rules-engine behavior, calculation requirements, and retirement workflow design
  • Planning and executing scenario-based testing and complex calculation validation to confirm expected outcomes across edge cases

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our Industry Solutions clients seek verticalized solutions that transform how they sell products, deliver services, generate growth, and fulfill mission-critical operations. The Industry Solutions offering delivers integrated business expertise with repeatable scaled technology solutions that are specifically engineered for each sector's IndustryAdvantageTM.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3+ years of experience delivering benefits plan solutions in product management, benefits operations, benefits analysis, benefits administration, or business analysis roles
  • 2+ years of experience with pension plan structures, service history, eligibility rules, and benefit calculations
  • Ability to travel 0-50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:

  • Experience supporting federal, state, or local benefits products
  • Experience supporting large employer benefits environments
  • Experience with state or municipal pension systems, the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), or the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS)

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in a remote role, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to a remote role and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $88,800 to $148,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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