Pensions Team Leader - OX4 2SUNumber of Positions: 1Contract Type: PermanentSalary: £46142 - £49282Working Hours: 37Location: OxfordshireBusiness Unit: Financial & Commercial ServicesAbout UsOxfordshire Pension Fund provides the administration of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) on behalf of Oxfordshire County Council and over 350 other employers, and Firefighters Pension Scheme. We are a large friendly team working in a busy environment and have an exciting opportunity to lead the benefit administration team.About the RoleWe are seeking a Pensions Team Leader to join our Pension Services team. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing a team of administrators and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused pension service. About youYou will have at least 5 year's experience in final salary pension scheme administration with extensive knowledge of the LGPS regulations and other relevant legislation. You will be highly motivated with strong leadership and communication skills to successfully manage a team of administrators. You must be proficient in pension software systems with a high level of accuracy and organisational skills. We are open to flexible working on a hybrid basis, you will be required to attend the office and other meetings relevant to the role when required. Rewards and benefitsCulture of flexible workingTechnology to support agile working where role permits30 day’s holiday per annum, plus bank holidaysOption to ‘buy’ additional holidayEmployee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing supportMembership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%Family friendly policiesLocal and national discounts for shopping and travelGreat learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development. Our commitment to:Equality, Diversity and InclusionAt Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview SchemesAs a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.Our commitment to:SafeguardingOxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.Our commitment to:Flexible WorkingWe are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.Follow us on Social MediaStay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact: (PLEASE ENTER YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS HERE)