Employee Benefits Administrator

Eden Rose; Mansfield; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading benefits administration firm in Mansfield is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Administrator. The role involves managing employee benefit schemes and requires a strong background in administration. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience and strong communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary of £28,000 - £35,000, along with a hybrid working model and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Comprehensive company pension

Private medical insurance

Income protection and death in service cover

Financial planning services

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

On-site parking and EV car scheme

Exam and professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in employee benefits administration.
• Strong technical understanding of group pensions, group protection, and PMI.
• Confident dealing with clients, providers, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain a portfolio of employee benefit schemes.
• Act as a first point of contact for employers, employees, and providers.
• Liaise with insurers and providers on new business and renewals.

Skills

Experience in employee benefits administration

Strong technical understanding of group pensions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office and benefits platforms

Education

CII qualifications

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employee Benefits Administrator to join a highly respected and growing firm based in Mansfield. Our client is a Chartered Employee Benefits specialist and a Platinum Investors in People employer, renowned for delivering outstanding workplace benefits solutions.

This position is ideal for an individual with a strong background in employee benefits administration who enjoys working in a professional, supportive, and client-focused environment.

The Role

As an Employee Benefits Administrator, you will be responsible for the efficient and accurate administration of a portfolio of employee benefit schemes. The role focuses on scheme management, compliance, and client service rather than advisory work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Administering and maintaining a range of employee benefit schemes including pensions, protection, healthcare, and salary sacrifice arrangements
• Acting as a first point of contact for employers, employees, and providers
• Liaising with insurers and providers on new business, renewals, claims, and amendments
• Preparing scheme documentation, renewal packs, and employee communications
• Supporting consultants and directors with reports and client meetings
• Ensuring client records are accurate and compliant with FCA and GDPR requirements
• Assisting with onboarding new employer clients and implementing benefits portals

About You

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in employee benefits administration
• Strong technical understanding of group pensions, group protection, and PMI
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confident dealing with clients, providers, and internal teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and benefits platforms
• Ideally working towards, or holding, relevant CII qualifications

What's on Offer

Competitive salary (£28,000 - £35,000, dependent on experience)

• Hybrid working (office-based during probation, hybrid thereafter)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Comprehensive company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Income protection and death in service cover
• Financial planning services and support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• On-site parking and EV car scheme
• Exam and professional development support

This is a rare opportunity to join a well established and growing organisation that genuinely invests in its people and promotes longterm career development within the employee benefits and financial services sector.

To apply or learn more, please submit your CV or contact us confidentially for further details.