For far too long, pensions have been difficult to understand and manage. Founded in 2014, we aspire to make as many people as possible pension confident so that everyone can enjoy a happy retirement.
PensionBee is creating a global leader in the consumer retirement market with over £5.5 billion in assets on behalf of more than 260,000 customers. We help our customers to combine their retirement savings into a new online account, which they can manage from the palm of their hand.
PensionBee accounts are invested by the world’s largest investment managers, collectively looking after more than $10 trillion in savings between them. Each PensionBee customer has a personal account manager (“BeeKeeper”) to guide them through their savings and retirement journey. PensionBee has an “Excellent” Trustpilot rating based on over 10,000 reviews.
As a public company, we aspire to the highest standards in everything we do because our customers deserve peace of mind. Our team of over 200 pension professionals, based in London and New York, has one focus: our customer.
PensionBee is named in FT1000 Europe’s ‘Fastest Growing Companies in 2023 and 2024’ and is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LON: PBEE).
PensionBee is growing at scale and we need a Software Engineer to help craft a world-class product.
Making life simple for customers takes a lot of thought and effort, so we need talented software engineers to contribute to the next chapter of PensionBee’s story. Engineers at PensionBee tackle a wide variety of challenges across multiple technologies while enjoying a balanced and inclusive culture.
This role is a great opportunity to make an impact and grow your experience as a member of a small yet sustainably growing engineering function. Equally, PensionBee is a financially secure and socially beneficial company with a diverse team and a healthy work-life balance, so you can progress your career without sacrificing what matters most.
Key responsibilities
It is useful to have some experience or interest in these, but we are more interested in your ability than specific experience:
Requirements
The key skills required are:
Diversity & Inclusion at PensionBee
We welcome all candidates and are proud to have been awarded Employer of the Year at the Financial Adviser Diversity in Finance Awards 2022 and Trailblazing Company of the Year 2024.
We know the need to meet every criteria can sometimes get in the way of meeting brilliant candidates. We believe the right drive is often more important than degrees, so if you have an interest in the role, relevant past experience and are passionate about what we do, get in touch as we'd love to hear from you.
Additionally, it’s not just about paying lip service but monthly celebrations of our differences and opportunities to learn more about our colleagues and friends; from our discussion on men’s mental health to our Pride Picnic. At PensionBee we're committed to provide equal rights, opportunities and treatment for all. We believe all companies have a duty to provide a supportive working environment for their employees and should be transparent. Here you can find our Gender Equality policy and Diversity and Inclusion policy which provide more information on our approach, including our commitments to flexible working requests and reasonable adjustments from day one.
We want everyone to be able to access the same opportunity, and some people might need extra support to have this access. If there's an adjustment we can make that would help you perform to the best of your ability during the application process, like using a computer during a task instead of writing by hand, or booking in time for a longer interview, please reach out to our Training and Culture Manager. We kindly ask you to only contact Emma related to reasonable adjustments enquiris on [email protected].
Benefits
● end of year bonus and equity schemes
● fully remote working enabled environment and culture;
● 25 days annual leave, 5 extra days for people with caring responsibilities and additional leave days for people living with a disability;
● generous and transparent gender inclusive Parental Leave policy;
● pension scheme with 5% matching employer contribution;
● UK Healthcare Cash Plan, Thrive, SmartHealth Virtual GP, Income Protection Insurance and Enjoy Benefits
● regular company-wide sessions: CEO Session, Show & Tell and varied D&I agenda; giving you an opportunity to share your ideas and learn about other areas of the business;
● a Happiness! meeting: Every 6 weeks you will have the chance to speak with your manager about your well-being; and
● a warm and motivated team working to make a real difference for our customers.
Hiring Process
Application question with CV
Stage 1: Short written exercise
Stage 2: Informal chat with the hiring manager with selected candidates
Stage 3: Written Assessment: Coding challenge task marked by two assessors
Stage 4: Final 90min interview (two structured interviews (45min each, total 90mins)) with shortlisted candidates
Shortlisted candidates will have final decisions be made and unsuccessful candidates will receive feedback.
Additional information about the two structured interviews;
For far too long, pensions have been complex and overwhelming - we're here to make it simple. PensionBee's mission to revolutionize the pension industry is reflected in its focus on innovation and technology. PensionBee leverages cutting-edge digital platforms to simplify the pension management process, allowing customers to access, manage and consolidate their pensions easily through a user-friendly interface. We believe in transparency, accessibility, and putting the customer first, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to achieve their retirement goals with confidence and peace of mind so that everyone can look forward to a happy retirement.Since starting out in 2015, we’ve built the UK’s fastest growing and award winning pension brand.Who we arePensionBee values diversity and inclusion, by taking a holistic approach. For us it's not about just sharing a brief messages but by creating the space, an opportunity to celebrate and learn more about our different perspectives and backgrounds, through a vibrant monthly D&I program.What's life like here at PensionBee?Life at PensionBee offers a dynamic and innovative work environment. Our company fosters a culture of collaboration, transparency, and personal development, allowing employees to thrive both professionally and personally. From our YouTube series to our app to industry events, there's always something exciting going on around here.PensionBee emphasizes a healthy work-life balance, promoting flexible working arrangements including remote working and recognizing the importance of employee well-being. Our company provides various benefits and initiatives to support its employees, such as competitive compensation packages, UK healthcare cash plan and wellness programs.PensionBee values open communication and transparency, providing regular updates and opportunities for employees to share their ideas and provide feedback. This inclusive approach ensures that everyone has a voice and plays a part in shaping the company's direction.Our customers come firstAbove all else, we prioritise our customers and their needs. We want to make pensions simple and easy for everyone. Whether it's in our straightforward, good-value plans or the fact that we don't use confusing jargon, we're always working to change the pensions industry for the better.Think you'd be a good fit?Every person on our team is dedicated to making pensions better for everyone. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! Keep an eye on this page for new vacancies, or follow us on social media for updates.
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