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Associate Pension Analyst

TEKsystems
$20.00 - $50.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jun 28, 2026
Pension Benefits Specialist Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented Pension Benefits Specialist to join our benefits administration team. This role is responsible for processing pension benefits, refunds, and death-related cases while ensuring compliance with plan provisions, policies, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, benefits administration experience, and the ability to accurately review complex documentation and member records. Key Responsibilities * Review and process pension benefit applications, member refunds, and related transactions accurately and efficiently. * Calculate pension benefits and refunds in accordance with plan provisions and established procedures. * Manage death-related casework, including reviewing documentation, processing beneficiary claims, and updating member records. * Terminate member accounts in the system upon verification of reported deaths. * Research and identify beneficiaries, prepare correspondence, and distribute death benefit applications as needed. * Conduct detailed audits of returned documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance. * Review disability applications and supporting documentation for eligibility determination. * Analyze and reconcile death vendor reports, ensuring accuracy across internal systems and records. * Evaluate legal documents, including trusts, estate documentation, powers of attorney, and beneficiary designations. * Perform peer reviews of calculations, documentation, and eligibility reports to maintain quality standards. * Communicate professionally with members, beneficiaries, attorneys, and other stakeholders to obtain required information and documentation. * Assist management with special projects, process improvements, and departmental initiatives. * Maintain strict adherence to plan provisions, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications Required * Experience in pension administration, benefits administration, retirement services, financial services, or a related field. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. * Experience reviewing and interpreting complex documentation. * Proficiency working with data, records, and business systems in a high-volume environment. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Preferred * Experience processing pension benefits, retirement plans, or benefit payments. * Knowledge of death claims administration and beneficiary processing. * Experience reviewing legal documents such as trusts, estates, and powers of attorney. * Experience in auditing, quality review, or compliance-focused work. * Experience conducting research and investigative work, including beneficiary tracing. * Familiarity with vendor report reconciliation and data validation processes. What Makes You Successful * Highly organized with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. * Comfortable working with sensitive and confidential information. * Skilled at interpreting policies and applying them consistently. * Able to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment. * Customer-focused with the ability to handle complex member situations professionally and empathetically. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional seeking to build expertise in pension and retirement benefits administration while making a meaningful impact on member services. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $50.00/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 TypeThis is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. 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. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.