Pensions Administrator

Wild Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the pensions sector is seeking an experienced Pensions Administrator. The role involves managing day-to-day administration for trust-based pension schemes and requires at least 2 years of experience in pensions administration. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of pensions legislation and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. A competitive salary is offered alongside flexible benefits including healthcare and paid volunteering days.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus annual bonus scheme

25 days holiday (with options to buy or sell)

Flexible benefits including healthcare and pension matching

Paid volunteering day

Staff referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in pensions administration, preferably DB schemes.
• Strong understanding of pensions legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Confident with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administration for trust-based pension schemes.
• Process member events such as retirements, transfers, and benefit statements.
• Check work completed by junior team members and provide mentoring.

Skills

Pensions administration experience

Understanding of pensions legislation

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Job description

Looking for your next step in pensions administration?
We're working with a leading organisation in the pensions sector to find an experienced Pensions Administrator. Working from their Portsmouth location when you're not working from home, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team where your expertise will make a real impact.

What You'll Do

• Manage day-to-day administration for trust-based pension schemes (DB, DC, hybrid).
• Process member events such as retirements, transfers, and benefit statements.
• Check work completed by junior team members and provide informal mentoring.
• Respond to queries and become a trusted point of contact.
• Use automated and manual calculations to ensure accuracy.
• Support projects like renewals, pension increases, and bulk communications.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years' experience in pensions administration (DB schemes preferred).
• Strong understanding of pensions legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Confident with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and a customer-focused approach.
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary plus annual bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday (with options to buy or sell).
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, pension matching, and life assurance.
• Discounts, wellbeing support, and access to a digital GP.
• Paid volunteering day and staff referral scheme.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team that values expertise, accuracy, and customer service.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.