Pensions Administrator

Benchmark Capital; Horsham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Capital in Horsham is seeking an experienced Pension Administrator to manage the administration of the Fusion Wealth SIPP within our growing platform proposition. You will support adviser and client service delivery, process contributions and transfers, and maintain accurate records while helping drive improvements in processes in line with regulatory requirements.

The role requires prior pensions administration experience and strong attention to detail, with the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Proven pensions administration experience.
• Knowledge of SIPPs, personal pensions or broader pension products.
• Financial services experience within a regulated environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Processing pension administration activities across the SIPP lifecycle
• Managing client onboarding and account establishment
• Processing contributions, transfers and benefit payments
• Maintaining accurate client records and data
• Handling adviser and client queries, delivering high levels of service
• Identifying and resolving administrative issues
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements
• Building and maintaining strong knowledge of pensions and platform operations
• Working closely with colleagues across the wider business to support client outcomes

Skills

Pensions administration

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Join a growing pensions team at Benchmark

We're looking for an experienced Pension Administrator to join our growing team responsible for the management and administration of the Fusion Wealth SIPP, an important part of the Fusion Wealth platform proposition.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with existing pensions administration experience who wants to develop their career within a growing and ambitious financial services business. As our SIPP proposition continues to expand, you'll play a key role in delivering excellent service to advisers and clients while helping shape the future success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Working as part of a collaborative and supportive team, you'll be responsible for a wide range of pension administration activities, ensuring cases are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing pension administration activities across the SIPP lifecycle
• Managing client onboarding and account establishment
• Processing contributions, transfers and benefit payments
• Maintaining accurate client records and data
• Handling adviser and client queries, delivering high levels of service
• Identifying and resolving administrative issues
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements
• Building and maintaining strong knowledge of pensions and platform operations
• Working closely with colleagues across the wider business to support client outcomes

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

We are particularly interested in candidates with proven pensions administration experience.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience working in a pensions administration role
• Knowledge of SIPPs, personal pensions or broader pension products
• Financial services experience within a regulated environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook
• A proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement

What you will be like

• Customer-focused and committed to delivering positive client outcomes
• Eager to learn and develop your pensions knowledge
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Adaptable and positive when dealing with change
• Confident suggesting improvements and new ways of working
• Professional, organised and accountable for your work

We're looking for the best, whoever they are

We know that diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture where all can succeed lead to better decisions and stronger outcomes for the company its clients and its employees. That's why inclusion and diversity are strategic priorities for us. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer. You're welcome at Benchmark regardless of your age, disability, gender identity or expression, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. We're building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

Department: Operations

Location: Horsham

Compensation: £26,000 - £28,000 / year