Pensions Administrator
Middlesbrough
Hybrid
Full Time
Permanent
XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. Our vision is to create a vibrant place to work where difference is recognised as a strength and where talented people can flourish and achieve their highest potential.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Pensions Administrator to join our vibrant Middlesbrough office with hybrid working. This role would suit someone with previous experience in a similar administrative or customer service role where they have gained knowledge of MS Office products or a recent graduate looking to embark on a career within pensions.
The Role
As a Pensions Administrator with XPS you will:
1. Update relevant pension administration databases and systems.
2. Log and scan post/correspondence.
3. Handle both Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) queries.
4. Receive and handle internal and external telephone queries.
5. Run automated systems calculations.
6. Perform manual benefits calculations.
7. Produce letters to 'draft standards' via Electronic Document Management system (EDM) in response to customer queries.
8. Return original documentation and certificates to customers.
9. Amend and develop into checking non-financial work e.g. change of address.
10. Assist the team with project related work e.g. bulk mailshots to scheme members.
11. Work closely with other departments/teams to provide a total service to our clients.
12. Ensure the accurate updating of time recording system (Virtual Office) for both chargeable and non-chargeable activities.
Your profile
Essential Criteria
* Minimum Grade 4/C in GCSE Maths and English.
* No outstanding CCJ.
* Excellent organisational and planning skills.
* Ability to work in advance of deadlines and prioritise multiple tasks.
* Able to take ownership and responsibility for own work.
* Enthusiastic, positive and flexible approach to work.
* Effective interpersonal skills.
* A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Good oral and written communication skills.
* Able to work as part of a multi-disciplined team.
* Good problem-solving skills.
* Customer focused approach.
What we offer:
We offer an attractive reward package, typical benefits can include:
* Competitive salary
* Participation in annual discretionary Bonus Scheme
* 25 days holiday plus flexibility to buy or sell holiday
* Flexible Bank holidays
* Pension scheme, matching contribution structure
* Healthcare cash plan
* Flexible Benefits Scheme
* Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary
* XPS Rewards
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Access to a digital GP service
* Paid volunteering day
* Staff referral scheme
What next:
If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the following requirements:
* Right to Work confirmation
* DBS Disclosure check
* Employment or educational references covering five years
* Satisfactory credit check
We continuously strive to build an inclusive workplace where all forms of diversity are valued.
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