Senior Pensions Administrator (10 Month FTC)

XPS Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy and administration firm in Edinburgh seeks a Senior Pensions Administrator for a 10-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing trust-based pension schemes, training junior team members, verifying activities, and ensuring compliance with laws. Candidates should have experience in the pensions sector, effective communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. Offering competitive salary plus benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days’ holiday

Pension matching

Healthcare plans

Life assurance

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role providing administration for trust-based pension schemes.
• Strong communication and proactive support are essential.
• Detail-oriented and methodical approach to tasks.

Responsibilities

• Train and support junior team members.
• Verify and authorize team activities.
• Calculate and dispense scheme benefits.
• Maintain membership records.
• Engage in project work assigned by managers.

Skills

Experience in DB schemes and the pensions sector

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

A Level education or equivalent

Commitment to pursuing pensions qualifications

Job description

Senior Pensions Administrator (10 Month FTC)

Location: Edinburgh

Employment Type: 10 Month FTC covering maternity leave, Full Time

Grade: Consultant

Hybrid

REQ002994

About XPS Group

XPS Group is a prominent UK consultancy and administration firm within the pensions and insurance sectors. As a FTSE 250 company with over 2000 employees, we leverage expertise alongside advanced technology to serve over 1,400 pension schemes and their sponsors. Our goal is to foster a workplace where diverse talents thrive.

About The Role

This is a hybrid role with an office presence expected twice per week but will require more office time during the initial settlement period. We seek a Senior Pensions Administrator on a fixed term contract to join our team, providing top-tier administration for trust-based pension schemes. Responsibilities include guiding team members, checking, verifying tasks, meeting deadlines, and ensuring compliance with pension laws. Strong communication and proactive support are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Train and support junior team members
• Verify and authorize team activities
• Calculate and dispense scheme benefits
• Maintain membership records
• Engage in project work assigned by managers
• Coordinate with clients, actuaries, and third parties
• Offer verbal and written technical insights
• Ensure ISO and AAF accreditation compliance
• Prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

Essential

Your Profile:

• Experience in DB schemes and the pensions sector
• Organizational skills and a methodical approach
• Support development of high standards and customer service
• Effective communication and detail-oriented
• Proficiency in MS Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent
• Ideally A Level education or equivalent
• Commitment to pursuing pensions qualifications (e.g., CPC/QPA/DPC/RPC/APMI)

Desirable

• Decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Effective delegation capabilities

What We Offer

Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit applications below or contact [e-mail]. Join XPS Group and contribute to a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

Equal Opportunity Statement

XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.

Eligibility

Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.

Who Are We

To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com