Trainee Pensions Administrator

Oval Recruit ,
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £18,000 per annum

Overview

Trainee Pensions Administrator Newcastle Up to £22,000 A leading UK Pensions Consultancy who are growing at a rapid rate have a number of excellent career opportunities for ambitious individuals who are looking to develop their technical Pensions career. Now regarded as the UK’s foremost Consultancy, they continue to win new clients and business which has led to a focus to develop employees’ knowledge and qualifications at all levels through strong training and development. They are also introducing more flexible working, promoting a social agenda at work and looking at innovative and new ideas to encourage a forward thinking and positive office culture. The successful candidates will join designated teams who look after the whole client process allowing better client relationships to be formed and greater diversity and job satisfaction. Specifics of the role will include: Provide an efficient pension administration service to clients including processing new entrants, leavers, retirements, transfers and deaths. Look after annual renewals, benefits statements, life assurance PHI and pension increases. Oversee, check and provide guidance to more junior members of the team. Act as a point of contact for clients, handling queries, questions and building a rapport. Perform manual benefit calculations and run automatic system calculations. Produce client documentation, letters and ensure systems are updated on any administration and client changes. Handle HMRC and DWP queries. Be a proactive member of the team, reviewing process and procedure, assisting with events, training development and ad-hoc client work. Develop further knowledge and awareness of client schemes. This is a good opportunity to work in a motivated work environment alongside highly competent professionals who will help develop your knowledge. To apply for the position, you should have previous Pensions Administration experience gained ideally in either DB or DC schemes. You should have strong communication skills, a positive work ethic and be client led in your approach to work. For more information please contact Hannah Ross