At Bath & North East Somerset Council, we have one overriding purpose: to improve people’s lives.
The Avon Pension Fund currently has exciting opportunities for motivated individuals to join our Member Services Team.
About The Avon Pension Fund
The Avon Pension Fund administers the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for over 130,000 members across more than 450 employers in the local area. Employers include local unitary councils, universities, academies, town and parish councils, housing associations, and charities. The fund is worth over £5 billion and is one of the largest local authority pension funds in the UK. More information can be found at [website].
Member Services Team
Required
Working on the Member Services Team, you will need excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, together with good attention to detail and a competent level of IT knowledge. You will be required to work as part of a busy pensions team and have the ability to manage your own workload. The Member Services Team involves:
* Processing pension calculations such as retirements, transfers, and estimates
* Ensuring the timely payment of members’ benefits
* Providing accurate information to our members about the pension fund
* Liaising with other departments to ensure members receive the best levels of service
Training will be provided at all stages, along with an introduction to the work carried out by other areas within the Pensions department.
Successful Candidates Will Benefit From
* Flexible working
* IT equipment provided
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
* 26 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service
* Comprehensive induction training
* Ongoing on-the-job training and support
* Excellent opportunities for job progression
Job Description
If you are interested in the position and require more information after reading the job description, or just want to chat through the role and what it involves, please contact either:
Blandine Vigliucci: 01225 39 5198
Poppy Chedzoy: 01225 39 5527
Interview date: 26/06/2025
About Bath & North East Somerset Council
Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services and communicate with the residents we serve. We care about achieving the best outcomes for local people through our public services.
Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?
We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure you are paid fairly, have the flexibility for a great work/life balance, and receive the support you need. Find out more at [website].
At Bath & North East Somerset Council, we have one overriding purpose: to improve people's lives. Learn more about our values at [website].
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. Find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion at [website].
We are a Disability Confident Employer; find out more at [website].
Please note, the Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register. This means that should a redeployee express interest in this role and meet the essential criteria, they will be considered.
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