Pensions Administrator - Self Invested Pensions Stirling Hybrid Full Time Permanent Ref: REQ002648 XPS Group is a leading UK consulting and administration business specialising in the pensions and insurance sectors. At XPS, 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. Our Self Invested Pensions business continues to grow and we are now looking for a Pensions Administrator to join our vibrant Stirling office with hybrid working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in a similar pensions or office administration role where they have gained knowledge and experience of MS Office products. A FTSE 250 company, XPS combines expertise and insight with advanced technology and analytics to address the needs of over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsoring employers on an ongoing and project basis. We undertake pensions administration for over one million members and provide advisory services to schemes and corporate sponsors in respect of schemes of all sizes, including 88 with assets over £1bn. We also provide wider ranging support to insurance companies in the life and bulk annuities sector. Our people drive our success and as an XPS employee you can bring your whole self to work - Everyone is treated equally and with respect. We will provide you with the support and training you need to grow and be at your very best. It’s about inclusion and diversity, ensuring all our people feel included, that they belong to XPS and that they’re happy. Above all, it’s about ensuring everyone has a voice and feels valued. Because they are. The Team XPS Self Invested Pensions is an award-winning SIPP and SSAS pension provider, trustee, and administrator. We have specialised in self-invested pensions for more than 40 years. The SIPP/SSAS business has over 110 staff and we look after over 9,000 clients with assets worth over £4.2bn (June 2024). Our focus is on providing an excellent level of service to all our clients and to support the financial advisers that provide pensions, investment and tax advice to their clients. We offer the three SIPP and SSAS pension products, which are independently rated, competitively priced, and carefully administered by excellent, and directly accessible people in our UK offices. Learn more here: https://www.xpsgroup.com/what-we-do/self-invested-pensions/ The Role As a Pensions Administrator - Self Invested Pensions with XPS you will: Demonstrate ownership over all queries and issues raised Ensure fee management principles adhered to Actively update Swift or SSASMAN plus all relevant databases Ensure Compliance and SIP department processes are followed at all times Attend client meetings as and when required Ensure the quality of your work is of a very high standard and meets department standards Adhere to portfolio management principles and professional writing standards at all times Have an awareness of all types of Self Investment: the initial aspects of Property, Member Benefits including Transfers, Retirements, Deaths, Divorce, Protection, Lifetime and Annual Allowance Take guidance to achieve sign off on all work types Work with your manager and as part of a team to achieve targets and respond to department needs Participate in any project work/ adhoc tasks when required Your profile Essential Criteria Grade 4/C in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent. Previous experience in a similar pensions or office administration role. Knowledge and experience of MS Office Products including proficiency in Excel and Word. Strong organisation and communication skills. A can-do attitude and a willing to learn and develop. Desirable Criteria Previous experience taking a methodical & logical approach to Portfolio Management and Problem Solving Previous Self Invested Pensions experience. What We Offer Find out more about Life at XPS Find out more about Our People Approach 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 to support you in and out of work, helping you look after you and your family covering Security & Protection, Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle Life Assurance cover, four times basic salary XPS Rewards (offers High Street discounts and savings from retailers and services providers as well as offers available via phone) Employee Assistance Programme for you and your household Access to a digital GP service Paid volunteering day when participating in Company organised events Staff referral scheme when you introduce a friend to XPS What Next If you feel XPS could be the next step on your career ladder, please apply directly via the links provided and we look forward to learning more about you. We will consider all applicants and respond swiftly. Please discuss with the recruitment team, via phone or email, if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process. For example, we can provide materials in an alternative format, or give you extra time in interviews or tests. If you do not feel ready to apply or still have questions, please email us by clicking here 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, including age, background, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or sexual orientation. Please note we reserve the right to close our vacancies early and we only accept CVs direct from candidates or our preferred supplier list. XPS try wherever possible to respond to all applicants if for any reason you have not heard from us within 28 days of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.