Your new company

Hays are recruiting for a permanent Senior Retirement Consultant in Manchester city centre. You will serve as a strategic advisor to clients on retirement planning, pension scheme management, and regulatory compliance. You will lead client engagements, deliver expert guidance on retirement solutions, and contribute to the development of innovative strategies that support long-term financial wellbeing for individuals and organisations.

Your new role

• Client Advisory: Provide expert consulting services to clients on retirement planning, pension scheme design, and risk management strategies.
• Act as an escalation point for SIPP queries and pass on product knowledge.
• Project Leadership: Lead complex client projects, including plan reviews, actuarial valuations, and retirement readiness assessments.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure client retirement programs comply with relevant legislation and industry standards; stay current on regulatory changes and advise accordingly.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, trustees, HR teams, and financial partners.
• Strategic Development: Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement innovative retirement solutions tailored to client needs.
• Mentorship & Development: Support the growth of junior consultants through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Reporting & Analysis: Deliver clear, data-driven insights and recommendations through presentations, reports, and financial modelling

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in retirement consulting, pensions, or financial advisory
• Strong understanding of retirement products, pension schemes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Previous experience explaining to clients how to accumulate benefits in a SIPP and options at retirement
• Proven ability to manage complex client relationships and deliver strategic solutions.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., R04, FIA, CFP, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

What you'll get in return

This role is paying up to £44,000 + bonuses, with excellent benefits, hybrid working. This company promotes self development and is a forward thinking business that takes care of its employees.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.