We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Pension Administrator to join our growing team. This is a permanent, full time role that is based in our Bristol office, working on a hybrid basis.
Join us at a genuinely exciting moment for pension administration within Barnett Waddingham. As part of the rapidly growing Howden employee benefits business, opportunities for development have never been stronger. We are investing in our people, our teams and our operating model, creating clear routes for progression and long rewarding careers.
A snapshot of your day:
Has a thorough understanding of the trust deed and rules for each scheme
Carries out complex benefit calculations and tasks and deals with more complex pension queries
Checks work of other team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance with scheme rules, internal procedures and controls and legislation
Authorises benefit payments
Checks pensioner payrolls, including calculation of net pay, arranges payments and preparation of year end returns
Liaises with authorities including DWP, HMRC, The Pensions Regulator and the Information Commissioner
- Monitors scheme cashflow requirements and arranges investments / disinvestments as required.
We would like to hear from you if you have:
In depth knowledge of both DB and DC occupational pension schemes
- Minimum of GCSE Grade “5” or “C” in Maths and English are essential. A pensions qualification progress with other relevant PMI qualifications would be an advantage. A willingness to make progress towards a professional qualification would be a benefit; however proven experience in the role is more desirable than other academic achievement.
- Relevant Financial Services experience or a background in DC or DB pension administration would be a requirement.
- A strong understanding of Microsoft Office programmes, in particular Excel, Word and Outlook.
What's in it for you:
Competitive discretionary annual bonus and salary review
Generous pension scheme (we contribute 8%)
Funded training and professional development
Core benefits including private medical cover, life assurance, group income protection, and up to 30 days holiday per year with holiday trading
A comprehensive range of voluntary benefits to suit you including an electric car leasing scheme, tech scheme, cycle to work scheme, dental cover, healthcare cash plan, health assessments, critical illness cover, Sports Allowance – we pay up to 50% of your gym/sports membership (up to £50 pm), travel insurance, paid volunteering, and a broad range of retailer discounts
Happy to talk flexible working.
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