Do you like applying your critical thinking and analytical skills to tackle problems and help clients? Are you interested in making a difference in someone’s life and enjoy working with others? We would love to have you join our outstanding team! The Pension Specialist II role is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Norwalk, CT office. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like As a Pension Administration Specialist II, you will provide defined benefit calculation and consulting services directly to clients. You will make an impact in others’ lives by working with our client’s employees to help them understand their pension plans and to meet their retirement goals. Daily Responsibilities: + Perform first and second checks of benefit calculations. + Perform manual intervention, including manual calculations, data cleanup, and communication statement updates, as needed to ensure the accuracy of calculations. + Ensure accuracy and quality of system-generated calculations and communication statements by applying Defined Benefit concepts and specific client knowledge to individual calculations. + Monitor calculation status for the team. + Act as a resource for the team (and consults with PM as necessary) on topics such as: age 70½ minimum distribution rules, Schedule SSA (and other governmental) filings, pay limits, post-65 accrual rules, suspension of benefits rules, taxation of benefits, QPSA rules, and QJSA rules + Monitor “on hold” calculations to ensure timely follow-up and completion. + Provide accurate consulting to participants on pension-related issues, such as plan provisions, calculation questions, payment elections, and administrative processes. + Provides timely follow-up on voicemails, calculations, and other issues. Skills and experience that will lead to success + Undergraduate degree or equivalent years of industry experience. + Proficient understanding of Defined Benefit principles and legislation. + Thorough understanding of clients’ pension plan provisions, data, and DBCalc/PenProPlus system + Strong command of DBCalc tools (DBCalc, DBAdmin, YPR and CalcsLog) PenProPlus tools (PenProPlus, Workflow, CRTS and Employee Self-Service). + Understands and uses Excel and Access tools. + Bilingual language skills- a plus, but not required. How we support our colleagues Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $68,000-$73,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on ReasonableAdjustments@Aon.com Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. #LI-YT1 #LI-HYBRID 2557332 Do you like applying your critical thinking and analytical skills to tackle problems and help clients? Are you interested in making a difference in someone’s life and enjoy working with others? We would love to have you join our outstanding team! The Pension Specialist II role is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Norwalk, CT office. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like As a Pension Administration Specialist II, you will provide defined benefit calculation and consulting services directly to clients. You will make an impact in others’ lives by working with our client’s employees to help them understand their pension plans and to meet their retirement goals. Daily Responsibilities: + Perform first and second checks of benefit calculations. + Perform manual intervention, including manual calculations, data cleanup, and communication statement updates, as needed to ensure the accuracy of calculations. + Ensure accuracy and quality of system-generated calculations and communication statements by applying Defined Benefit concepts and specific client knowledge to individual calculations. + Monitor calculation status for the team. + Act as a resource for the team (and consults with PM as necessary) on topics such as: age 70½ minimum distribution rules, Schedule SSA (and other governmental) filings, pay limits, post-65 accrual rules, suspension of benefits rules, taxation of benefits, QPSA rules, and QJSA rules + Monitor “on hold” calculations to ensure timely follow-up and completion. + Provide accurate consulting to participants on pension-related issues, such as plan provisions, calculation questions, payment elections, and administrative processes. + Provides timely follow-up on voicemails, calculations, and other issues. Skills and experience that will lead to success + Undergraduate degree or equivalent years of industry experience. + Proficient understanding of Defined Benefit principles and legislation. + Thorough understanding of clients’ pension plan provisions, data, and DBCalc/PenProPlus system + Strong command of DBCalc tools (DBCalc, DBAdmin, YPR and CalcsLog) PenProPlus tools (PenProPlus, Workflow, CRTS and Employee Self-Service). + Understands and uses Excel and Access tools. + Bilingual language skills- a plus, but not required. How we support our colleagues Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $68,000-$73,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on ReasonableAdjustments@Aon.com Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. #LI-YT1 #LI-HYBRID