Pensions Policy and Compliance Assistant

Staffordshire Police; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force is seeking a Pension Policy and Compliance Assistant to provide professional support on pensions and data management. Responsibilities include advising on pension processes and ensuring GDPR compliance. Applicants should have relevant qualifications and possess strong communication skills. The role is based at Police Headquarters with options for flexible working.

Benefits

Flexi time – flexible working

Pension Scheme with 21.5% employer contribution

Annual Leave starting at 29 days plus bank holidays

Sick pay scheme

On site Gyms

Free parking

Staff restaurant at HQ

Qualifications

• Experience with GDPR and data protection regulations.
• Strong communication and advisory skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of professional support and advice.
• Support processes related to pensions and data management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of pensions legislation

Data management skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant qualifications in HR or finance

Job description

Overview

Pension Policy and Compliance Assistant

Grade F £31,296 - £37,692

Full time 37 hours per week

Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026

Staffordshire Police is continually striving to deliver the best possible service for the county’s residents, businesses and visitors. It is a fast-paced organisation, adaptive to modern policing needs and open to continual improvement.

Everyone who works for the force has an important role to play in shaping the future of Staffordshire Police. The force seeks people who will champion new ways of working, be collaborative and agile and represent in a fair and ethical manner those that Staffordshire Police serves.

For more information about Staffordshire Police please click the below link:
Home | Staffordshire Police

About The Opportunity

Assist in the provision of professional support, advice and guidance to Staffordshire Police and the Commissioner’s Office in line with respective law, policies and procedures. Responsible for supporting colleagues and managing processes on pensions (for recruitment, ill-health retirement casework, injury pensions and other pensions matters) and data management (for GDPR, data requests and data protection) to deliver an excellent, cost efficient and effective service. The role requires an understanding of relevant legislation and case-law.

The role is based at Police Headquarters, Weston Road, though some of the work could be undertaken at home.

Closing date for the applications: 1st October 2025 (midday)

Please make sure that your CV aligns with the requirements outlined in the role profile.

Benefits Of Working For Staffordshire Police

• Flexi time – flexible working
• Pension Scheme - Employers Pension contribution 21.5% Staffordshire Pension Fund - Home (staffspf.org.uk)
• Annual Leave Entitlement - starting at 29 days plus bank holidays
• Sick pay scheme
• Fostering friendly policy
• Family friendly policies – maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption
• Occupational Health
• On site Gyms
• Staff associations
• Reward and Recognition
• Blue light Card – not solely for Staffs police
• Lottery
• Staff restaurant at HQ
• Free parking

Staffordshire Police is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community we serve.

Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made based on merit. We encourage and welcome applications from all underrepresented groups which include: Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, female, people who have a disability, those who are neurodivergent and persons of the LGBTQ+ community.

We use positive action to encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups through targeted step-In support and advice sessions. If you have the skills, experience and values, that here in Staffordshire Police we pride ourselves on, then we would welcome you to apply.

For more information on Positive Action please email the team on [e-mail]

For any Recruitment queries please email [e-mail]

Please Note If You Are Successful At Interview And Commence Pre-employment Checks This Will Include Vetting, Please See What This Involves And The Process Via The Below Link

Police vetting process | Join The Police (joiningthepolice.co.uk)