Pensions Administration Manager Team B

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Pensions Administration Manager

Reading

Hybrid

Full Time

Permanent

REQ002540

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 Pensions Administration business continues to grow and we are now looking for an experienced Administration Manager to join our vibrant Reading office with hybrid working. This is an exciting role and would most likely suit someone with previous experience in a Pensions Administration Manager role where they have knowledge and experience of Defined Benefit (DB) pensions.

The Role

As a Pensions Administration Manager with XPS you will:

• Ensure provision of high-quality pension administration and consultancy services
• Participate in strategic business changes
• Oversee day-to-day management of client relationships with trustees and corporate clients
• Provide expert advice solutions to pensions queries
• Train and support other and less experienced team members
• Take responsibility for all aspects of admin billing

Your profile

Essential Criteria

• Significant experience dealing with DB schemes within the pensions industry
• Expert knowledge on pension administration activities and legislation
• Previous supervisory, leadership and management experience
• Project management experience
• Knowledge and experience of MS Office Products such as Excel and Word (or similar)
• Strong organisation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A completed, or progression towards obtaining a relevant pensions qualification (applicant's deemed qualified by experience will also be considered)

What we offer:

• 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.

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.