Pensions Officer in London

Do you have local government pension’s experience? An exciting opportunity has arisen within Islington Council’s Pension Team for a Pension Officer, who will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day administration of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). You will be working within our Retirements Team to give a customer-focused pension service for Islington Council.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, have local government pensions experience and be performance driven. The ability to prioritise work and meet critical deadlines are essential. By joining the team, you’ll play a vital role in enabling this, putting equality at the heart of everything we do. If you are interested in financial services and have strong numerical skills, you couldn’t be in a better place.

Main duties of the job:

• You will be responsible for performing a range of tasks including the calculation and processing of retirement and deferred benefits.
• You will have good interpersonal skills and the ability to respond to a high volume of member queries in relation to the LGPS.
• You will have a good knowledge of the LGPS Regulations, to provide informed responses to enquiries from our members and employers.
• Excellent IT skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Working for our organisation:

Based within the Finance Department, the Pensions Team consist of a friendly diverse group of staff with a supportive management focusing on delivering a high-quality service to our customers and pensioners. We appreciate and value our employees and recognise the importance of a motivated workforce. We support professional development to create a place where everyone, whatever their background, has the opportunity to reach their potential. We support training and e-learning. We welcome applications from candidates looking for full-time or part-time hours with a minimum requirement of 21 hours.

If you are ready to bring your passion and expertise to a dynamic team, apply today!

Our offer to you:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service.
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week.
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential.
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum.
• Excellent local government pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships.
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion.

We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Pre‑Employment Checks:

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include proof of address, evidence of any name changes (if applicable), right to work in the UK, overseas criminal record check (if applicable), satisfactory references, occupational health clearance, evidence of professional qualifications or registrations, and DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable).

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Disability Confident Scheme:

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.