Senior Pensions Administrator (Defined Benefit) Location: Belfast Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday-Friday (37.5 hours) Description We are hiring for our client, a well-established and highly respected pensions consultancy, who are continuing to grow their Belfast team and are now seeking an experienced Senior Pensions Administrator. This is a key role for an experienced Defined Benefit (DB) pensions professional who enjoys taking ownership of schemes, delivering a high standard of member service, and supporting the development of junior colleagues. You will play a central role in the day-to-day administration of DB pension schemes, working closely with trustees, advisers, and scheme members. The Senior Pensions Administrator role offers long-term career stability, technical variety, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive team where your experience and expertise are genuinely valued. Top 3 Things to Know About this Job Senior-level role with ownership of Defined Benefit pension schemes Belfast-based position within a growing, well-regarded pensions consultancy Opportunity to mentor others and contribute to complex scheme work The Role Manage and oversee the day-to-day administration of Defined Benefit pension schemes Act as a key point of contact for scheme members, trustees, and professional advisers Perform and check complex benefit calculations, including ill-health, divorce, and non-standard cases Review and authorise work completed by junior team members, providing guidance and support Ensure all work is completed accurately, on time, and in line with service level agreements Contribute to scheme projects such as wind-ups, GMP reconciliation exercises, and member communications Resolve queries proactively and identify opportunities for process improvement Support business development activities by providing technical input where required The Person Minimum of 5 years' experience in Defined Benefit pensions administration Strong technical knowledge of UK pensions legislation, regulations, and scheme rules Proven experience handling complex benefit calculations and non-standard cases Experience reviewing and checking the work of junior colleagues Confident communicator, comfortable dealing with members, trustees, and third parties Highly organised, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment Desirable (but not essential) Experience attending trustee or client meetings Experience mentoring or training less experienced colleagues Involvement in supporting new business proposals or client pitches The Reward Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Belfast-based role within a stable and growing organisation Interesting and varied DB pension scheme work Supportive, collaborative team culture Long-term career development and progression opportunities Flexible and professional working environment