(Job Description) A local family-owned insurance company is currently hiring a skilled leader in the insurance space to take on a leadership role in their pension department as a Pension Manager. This role requires strong leadership skills, excellent written and oral communication abilities, and a deep understanding of Defined Benefit (DB) and Pension space. Pay - $25/hr. - $27/hr. Location - Spokane, WA (100% onsite; Monday - Friday) Schedule - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM PST Contract Duration - 4-Months Contract-To-Hire (Primary Duties) • Ensure accurate and timely calculation of pension benefits for clients. • Serve as the primary point of contact between the programming team and clients to ensure seamless communication and project execution. • Lead the implementation of new client pension plans, ensuring all requirements are met and processes are followed. • Pull and analyze reports to provide insights and support decision-making processes. • Collaborate with the legal team to draft and review pension-related documentation. • Organize and coordinate meetings between internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and project management. • Lead, mentor, and manage the pensions team to ensure that timelines are met efficiently and accurately. (Qualification Requirements) • Must have Defined Benefit (DB) Pension experience. • Must have current/prior work experience with an insurance company. • Must have leadership experience (will be managing a team of 3+ individuals). • 3+ years of experience in Insurance, Pensions, 401k, Eligibility, or related field • Experience working with Legal teams or in a legal setting (not required but strongly considered) • High School Diploma (Employee Value Proposition) + Will receive Union Benefits upon converting to a permanent employee. + 10 paid holidays a year upon conversion. + Great work culture and family-owned business which is rare for the industry. + Opportunity to grow within and be part of a collaborative team. + One-step onsite interview. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Spokane,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.