Pension Officer

Skills
Account ReconciliationAdministrationAnalytical SkillsAttention To DetailBank ReconciliationBusiness Process ImprovementFinancial Statements
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Experience working with LGPS and Teachers' Pensions within an education or payroll environment
  • Strong understanding of UK public sector pension rules and payroll processes
  • Excellent accuracy and attention to detail in handling large volumes of data
  • Good numeracy and IT skills including use of payroll and pension administration software
  • Strong communication and customer service skills with a professional approach
  • Ability to manage priorities and meet strict deadlines

Nice to have

  • Proactive
  • Supportive team player
  • Service oriented
  • Client focused
  • Analytical
  • Methodical
  • Adaptable
  • Confidential

Day to day

  • Provide expert pension administration support to payroll officers across education sector clients
  • Process and verify LGPS and TPS data for starters leavers opt outs transfers and retirements with high accuracy
  • Prepare monthly and annual pension returns reconcile contributions resolve discrepancies and maintain compliant records