Senior Pension Administrator

Alexander Lloyd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated pensions administrator to join their dynamic team in Reading. This role offers the chance to manage pension administration tasks while mentoring junior colleagues in a flexible hybrid environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Defined Contribution pension schemes and be confident in performing manual calculations. With a focus on collaboration and efficiency, you will play a vital role in enhancing team performance and ensuring compliance with pensions legislation. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and rewarding setting.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

25 Days Holiday

Flexible Bank Holidays

Life Assurance

Discounts and Rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in Defined Contribution pension schemes and hands-on administration.
• Ability to mentor and support junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day pension administration tasks and support junior colleagues.
• Handle complex benefit calculations and improve team efficiency.

Skills

Pensions Administration

Manual Calculations

Pensions Legislation

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organisational Skills

Job description

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Effectively resourcing top talent within the Pensions and Employee Benefits industry across the UK.

About the company:

Alexander Lloyd are working in partnership with a leading UK consulting and administration business based in Reading. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse, friendly team, working in a flexible hybrid working environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in Defined Contribution (DC) pension schemes who enjoys hands-on admin working and mentoring others.

Key responsibilities:

1. Manage and support day-to-day pension administration tasks
2. Handle and review complex benefit calculations
3. Check and support the work of junior team members
4. Monitor processes, meet deadlines, and help improve team efficiency
5. Take part in client meetings and respond to queries
6. Work closely with other teams across the business
7. Support and coach junior colleagues within the team

Key skills and experience required:

1. Previous / current pensions administration experience in DC.
2. Confident in performing daily manual calculations and checking other colleagues work.
3. A good understanding of pensions legislation
4. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisation skills.

Company Benefits:

1. Salary - DOE + discretionary bonus
2. 25 days holiday (option to buy / sell holiday)
3. Flexible bank holidays
4. Life assurance
5. Discounts and rewards

If you're looking to take the next step in your pensions career with a company that values its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative and Consulting