Senior Pension Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the UK consulting and administration sector is seeking a dedicated pensions administrator to join their friendly team in Reading. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a flexible hybrid environment while managing pension administration tasks and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have experience in Defined Contribution schemes and a solid understanding of pensions legislation. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company provides generous benefits, including holiday options and life assurance, making it an attractive place to advance your career.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Flexible bank holidays

Life assurance

Discounts and rewards

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day pension administration tasks.
• Support and coach junior colleagues within the team.
• Handle and review complex benefit calculations.

Skills

Pensions Administration

Manual Calculations

Pensions Legislation

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organisational Skills

Job description

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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:

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

Key skills and experience required:

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

Company Benefits:

• Salary - DOE + discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday (option to buy / sell holiday)
• Flexible bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Discounts and rewards

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