Pensions AdministratorPensions Administrator
Senior Associate grade
Reading
Hybrid
Full Time
Permanent
Ref: REQ002889
XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential .
Our Pensions Administration business continues to grow and we are now looking for an enthusiastic Pensions Administrator to join our vibrant office in Reading with hybrid working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience administering Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes.
A FTSE 250pany, XPSbines expertise and insight with advanced technology and analytics to address the needs of over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsoring employers on an ongoing and project basis. We undertake pensions administration for over one million members and provide advisory services to schemes and corporate sponsors in respect of schemes of all sizes, including 88 with assets over £1bn. We also provide wider ranging support to insurancepanies in the life and bulk annuities sector.
Our people drive our success and as an XPS employee you can bring your whole self to work - Everyone is treated equally and with respect. We will provide you with the support and training you need to grow and be at your very best. It's about inclusion and diversity, ensuring all our people feel included, that they belong to XPS and that they're happy. Above all, it's about ensuring everyone has a voice and feels valued. Because they are.
The Team
Our award-winning pensions administration business puts scheme members at the heart of everything we do. Our services include scheme administration, first-time outsourcing, membermunications and scam protection.
Learn more here: //xpsgroup/what-we-do/administration/
The Role
As a Pensions Administrator with XPS you will:
1. Perform various administration tasks around the financials relating to new entrants, leavers, retirements, transfers and deaths.
2. Update relevant pensions administration databases and systems.
3. Running automated calculations and performing manual benefit calculations.
4. Develop a knowledge of clients and their associated scheme
Your profile
Essential Criteria
5. Previous Defined Benefit (DB) pensions administration experience
6. Grade 4/C in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent.
7. Knowledge and experience of MS Office Products including proficiency in Excel and Word.
8. Strong organisation andmunication skills.
9. A can-do attitude and a willing to learn and develop.
What we offer:
Find out more about Life at XPS
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We offer an attractive reward package, typical benefits can include:
10. Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
11. 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday
12. Flexible Bank holidays
13. Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
14. Healthcare cash plan
15. Flexible Benefits Scheme to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle
16. Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
17. XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone)
18. Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household
19. Access to a digital GP service
20. Paid volunteering day when participating inpany organised events
21. Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS
What next:
If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided and we look forward to learning more about you. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly.
Please discuss with the recruitment team, via phone or email, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process. For example, we can provide materials in an alternative format, or give you extra time in interviews or tests.
If you do not feel ready to apply or still have questions, please email us by clicking here
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements:
22. Right to Work confirmation
23. DBS Disclosure check
24. Employment or educational references covering five years
25. Satisfactory credit check
We continuously strive to build an inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued, including age, background, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Please note we reserve the right to close our vacancies early and we only accept CVs direct from candidates or our preferred supplier list.
XPS try wherever possible to respond to all applicants if for any reason you have not heard from us within 28 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Job ID 327245BPMA