Careers at Vidett
Find out more about career opportunities at Vidett
Working with us
People are at the heart of our business – be that our team, others we work with or the members we represent. From new graduates starting their career with us to trustees with over 50 years’ experience, we’re a dynamic team that enjoys learning from and supporting each other as well as our clients.
We’re committed to delivering collaborative, client-focused teamwork, supporting each other and doing the very best job we can.
Why Vidett?
We know that people are the most valuable part of our business and want you to develop and grow alongside us.
Our commitment to offering internal and external training, continued professional development and support with professional qualifications will allow you to develop the right tools and knowledge to help you progress your career as well as gain a range of key transferable skills.
Oh, and we like to have fun too…
Summer socials
As part of our regional meet ups, we arranged some drinks and nibbles at a local restaurant, ahead a good old catch-up with colleagues inside, before hitting their sun-drenched terrace!
Step up September
We signed up to the ‘Step Up’ challenge, which saw members of the team either walking, running, cycling or swimming for at least 30 minutes each day throughout September.
Regional get togethers
The southern regional team got together for an evening of sports and socialising at Spinners UK. The night saw guests swapping the bowling lanes, spares and strikes for oches, darts and doubles, with drinks and pizzas in between. 🍕
Charity fundraisers
We entered the Business Fives football tournament, alongside 25 other teams; raising funds for the Alzheimer’s Society… and a trophy as the event’s Europa League winners!🏆
Our benefits
Working with us brings with it not only a great team environment, but also a broad range of rewards and benefits.
These include:
25 days annual leave
Hybrid working
Health & wellness program
Company pension
Health cash plan
Training at Vidett
Supporting you and your development is important to us. We have a wide training framework to support not only people looking for a pensions career but also those in marketing, technology, human resources, finance and other support roles.
Professional qualifications & accreditation support
We believe in learning and development and provide support for all relevant qualifications, whether you want to obtain professional trustee accreditation or achieve formal marketing accreditation, for example. Our Training Team liaises with colleagues across the business (both client facing and non-client facing areas) to understand how support can be broadened to include wider qualification and study.
Graduate/apprentice training programme
Working at Vidett provides an opportunity for graduates or school/college leavers to earn a competitive salary whilst gaining valuable qualifications in financial services. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, consider training with us and joining our growing, collegiate, diverse and inclusive team.
Monthly pensions technical update
Every month, we provide an internal update via email to keep our colleagues informed. This update summarises key developments and offers valuable insights that may not be readily available through other sources. It also includes Q&As for team members interested in using them as part of their professional development.
Regular & ad hoc CPD/Learn@Lunch sessions
We offer a compelling training program, featuring inclusive continuous professional development (CPD) and Learn@Lunch sessions. These are designed to suit a broad audience while placing special emphasis on pertinent pension-related matters that directly impact our clients. Our training covers a wide spectrum of topics, such as covenant analysis, investment strategies, funding considerations, legal and regulatory aspects, governance practices, risk management and effective member communication and engagement strategies. Join us to enhance your expertise in these crucial areas.
Feedback & surveys
Our Training Team runs staff surveys to inform the content of our future training and development initiatives. Gathering feedback is a crucial aspect of understanding the perspectives, views and requirements of our collective team as it evolves. We value colleagues’ continuous input regarding the training we provide and suggestions for the future.
Team days
We like to get together – because we know it helps us work better as a team. We do this twice a year, enabling colleagues to meet in person for training/strategy days. Our leadership team provide updates on the business’s performance, share insights into future strategies and create opportunities for idea sharing, celebrating achievements and fostering stronger connections among team members.
At Vidett we strive to create a workplace that celebrates our team’s differences, as well as our similarities. We know we’re more effective together and are committed to building a team that supports and reflects our diverse client base.
As an equal opportunities employer we encourage applications from all backgrounds and we’ll always support you through the process if you need help along the way.
Vidett is a place where you can be your authentic self and thrive
Team testimonials
Simi Uppal
Assistant manager
“I joined the Vidett graduate trainee scheme as an opportunity to work towards a progressive career in a structured learning environment. It’s been a great experience so far. The team have been very supportive and friendly whilst teaching and guiding me through. Each day brings something new and being involved from the start has made me feel more confident and trusted.”
Kevin Kenneally
Client director
“At Vidett, the diversity stands out. We have a team from a myriad of backgrounds with a wealth of experience we can all tap into. I chair the trustee boards of pension schemes from varied industries which brings a need to approach challenges in different ways and find innovative solutions.
One size does not fit all, but one common thread at Vidett is that relationships are key and we pride ourselves on having a friendly working environment, and I think that shows for the clients we work with. I’ve been here for over 18 years and there is yet to be a ‘standard’ day.
Emma Anderson
Manager
“My favourite things about my role are the opportunities and responsibilities I am given, whilst always having the full support of my colleagues. Although I did not come from a pensions background, my colleagues have always trusted me and helped me to develop my knowledge. I am able to apply my experience in projects to my role at Vidett.”
James Chalk
Client director
“No two days are the same and I thrive on the challenge and variety of being a professional trustee at Vidett. The people and culture are what make Vidett such a great organisation to be part of.
The diversity of background and experience amongst the team, together with a culture of teamwork and collaboration, enables us to deliver great outcomes for scheme members and sponsors.”
Fizza Qasim
Associate Director
“I’ve never experienced anything quite like working here, as somehow the company has naturally achieved an incredible culture with a truly diverse group of people. I’m both supported and encouraged not only to work on areas in pensions that I’m genuinely interested in, but to also challenge myself with a variety of interesting and quite often very unique projects, helping me grow and excel in my role.
It may have taken me 14 years to join Vidett, but it took me no time at all to realise that if you don’t enjoy working in pensions, you quite simple aren’t working with the right people!“
Phil Williams
Associate director
“On a day-to-day basis, we ensure our schemes deliver as promised for members. Remembering the human impact behind the work is vital—you are working on behalf of so many people whose futures will be shaped by your decisions.“
Katie Smith
Manager
“I was offered both a salon job and a pensions admin role on the same day—and chose pensions. It all turned out well.
Every scheme is different, and making a difference to members is what I enjoy most. My advice to a new joiner? Be adaptable, personable, thorough, and get exposure wherever you can—trusteeship could be the right career for you.”
Curtis Mitchell
Client director
“Trusteeship isn’t just attending quarterly meetings. Pension schemes need proactive management to ensure members are paid correctly and receive excellent service.
Every day is different, the role is fulfilling, and you can see the difference you make. Be proactive, willing to learn, and a good listener and communicator.”
Kelly Newton
Client director
“One day you can be designing a member communication, the next tackling a technical issue or debating strategy with the board. It’s incredibly varied.
Technical knowledge can be learned, but curiosity, confidence to ask questions, and humility are key. The people you work with make it an inspiring career.”
RFP Writer
At Vidett, we win most of our trustee appointments through competitive tenders, and we’re looking for an experienced RFP Writer to take ownership of responses from first read through to final submission.
This role is ideal for a strong writer who can quickly understand complex information, work confidently with senior stakeholders and produce clear, persuasive and compliant responses to tight deadlines.
While experience of writing RFPs, tenders or proposals is important, we’re open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including financial services, professional services, consultancy, journalism and communications.
In this role, you’ll:
- Lead RFP and tender responses from initial review through to submission.
- Analyse requirements, scoring criteria and submission rules.
- Create high-quality responses that showcase Vidett’s expertise and proposed trustee solutions.
- Manage timelines and keep contributors on track.
- Develop and maintain a library of approved content, case studies and supporting materials.
- Review submissions for accuracy, consistency and compliance.
- Gather feedback and continuously improve future responses.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience writing RFPs, tenders, bids or proposals.
- Is an excellent writer and editor, able to make complex information clear and engaging.
- Can manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously.
- Is confident working with senior stakeholders and obtaining high-quality input.
- Has exceptional attention to detail and takes pride in producing polished, professional documents.
- Enjoys turning technical information into persuasive content.
Pensions experience is beneficial but not essential. What matters most is your ability to produce outstanding submissions and manage the process from start to finish.
We operate a hybrid working model, with attendance at our London office twice a week. We’re also open to discussing flexible working arrangements and hours for the right candidate.
If you’re a talented writer who enjoys bringing together people, information and ideas to produce winning RFP responses, we’d love to hear from you.
Head of Insurance Relationships
Job Title: Head of Insurance Relationships
Reports To: Chief Client Officer
Location: Hybrid / Flexible (UK)
Vidett is seeking a Head of Insurance Relationships to report directly to the Chief Client Officer. This role drives commercial growth, cultivates strategic insurer partnerships, and empowers Client Directors to capture trustee opportunities and execute seamless risk-transfer transitions. Beyond core pension de-risking, this position actively partners with product leads to expand Vidett’s reach across Healthcare Trusts, STREAM, and Life Assurance solutions ensuring operation excellence, profitability and long-term strategic success.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Growth: In collaboration with product leads and business development support creation of clear strategic plans for the products and services to achieve their revenue goals.
- Opportunity Development: Originate revenue streams by positioning Vidett as the preferred professional trustee partner across pension de-risking, corporate healthcare trusts, and broader insurance structures.
- Product Lead Collaboration: Partner closely with the Head of Product for Healthcare Trusts and leads for STREAM and Life Assurance to align market strategies, co-develop client solutions, and unlock cross-selling opportunities.
- Insurer Relationship Management: Cultivate executive-level relationships across bulk annuity providers, re-insurers, health insurers, and commercial consolidators to secure competitive positioning for Vidett clients.
- Trustee Advisory & Support: Serve as the internal subject matter expert, equipping Vidett Client Directors with market intelligence, execution playbooks, and strategic guidance to execute their trustee duties effectively.
- Transition Excellence: Facilitate the end-to-end execution of risk-transfer transactions (buy-ins, buy-outs, consolidation) and healthcare trust onboarding, ensuring strong governance and member-first outcomes.
- Market Intelligence: Track insurer capacity, pricing dynamics, regulatory updates, and structural innovations across defined benefit pensions, healthcare, and life assurance products.
- Operational excellence: Ensure service or product offerings by Vidett are of the highest standard and profitable for long-term success.
Candidate Requirements
- Broad Insurance & Pensions Experience: significant leadership experience within pensions de-risking, risk-transfer consultancy, healthcare trusts, or corporate life assurance lines.
- Commercial Growth Track Record: Proven capability to originate trustee opportunities, build multi-product strategic alliances, and convert market relationships into profitable business growth.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated success working alongside internal product leads (e.g., Healthcare Trusts, STREAM) to package comprehensive governance and risk solutions.
- Technical Understanding: Solid grasp of DB pension risk-transfer mechanics, healthcare trust setups, group life arrangements, and insurer underwriting processes.
- Stakeholder Influence: Outstanding negotiation skills with a history of influencing senior insurance executives, trustee boards, and corporate sponsors.
- Professional Credentials: Relevant qualifications (e.g., FIA, APMI, CII, or equivalent) are highly desirable.