This is a hybrid role with an office presence expected twice per week but will require more office time during the initial 'settling in' period. We seek a Senior Pensions Administrators on a fixed term contract to join our team, providing top-tier administration for trust-based pension schemes. Responsibilities include guiding team members, checking, verifying tasks, meeting deadlines, and ensuring compliance with pension laws. Strong communication and proactive support are essential.,
* Train and support junior team members
* Verify and authorize team activities
* Calculate and dispense scheme benefits
* Maintain membership records
* Engage in project work assigned by managers
* Coordinate with clients, actuaries, and third parties
* Offer verbal and written technical insights
* Ensure ISO and AAF accreditation compliance
* Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
Experience in DB schemes and the pensions sector
* Organizational skills and a methodical approach
* Support development of high standards and customer service
* Effective communication and detail-oriented
* Proficiency in MS Office, Strong GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent
* Ideally A Level education or equivalent
* Commitment to pursuing pensions qualifications (e.g., CPC/QPA/DPC/RPC/APMI)
Desirable
* Decision-making and problem-solving skills
* Effective delegation capabilities
XPS Group is a prominent UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.
Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days' holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.