Pensions & Rewards Specialist

Salford Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Salford is looking for a Pension and Reward Co-ordinator. In this role, you will coordinate pensions and employee benefits for the council and external clients, ensuring efficient administration and excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have experience with public sector pension schemes, knowledge of UK payroll legislation, and strong communication skills. Join us in making a positive impact in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Experience with public sector pension schemes and UK payroll/pensions legislation including auto-enrolment.
• Proficient in digital tools such as HR/payroll systems and Microsoft applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a people-focused approach ensuring customers are at the heart of pension and reward services.
• Manage public sector pension schemes and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Administer employee reward options and complete pay-related tasks.

Skills

Experience with public sector pension schemes

Knowledge of UK payroll/pensions legislation

Proficiency in HR/payroll systems

Strong communication skills

Exceptional administration and organization skills

Ability to work independently

Customer-focused approach

Reliability and flexibility

Tools

iTrent

CRM

Microsoft applications

Job description

A local government authority in Salford is looking for a Pension and Reward Co-ordinator. In this role, you will coordinate pensions and employee benefits for the council and external clients, ensuring efficient administration and excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have experience with public sector pension schemes, knowledge of UK payroll legislation, and strong communication skills. Join us in making a positive impact in a supportive and dynamic team environment.