At a Glance
- Tasks: Administer pensions, calculate benefits, and support project work in a diverse community.
- Company: Lewisham Council, a champion for refugees and migrants with a rich cultural history.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, flexible working, staff discounts, and supportive networks.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career in pensions.
- Qualifications: Experience in pension administration and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40404 - 41637 £ per year.
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities! We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants. Lewisham Council Pension Fund, part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), has over 27,000 members and 40 scheme employers. We are expanding our Pensions Team following a restructure and have exciting opportunities for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join us.
Responsibilities
- Day to day administration of the LGPS and calculating all types of benefits in accordance with Scheme Regulations.
- Interpreting complex legislation.
- Providing support on all project work as required such as annual benefit statements, pensions increase, end of year processes, valuation, etc.
Benefits
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
Qualifications
We are looking for competent candidates with a background in pensions. The successful candidates will have experience of administering a final salary pension scheme and a CARE scheme. You will be self‑motivated, possess good communication and numeracy skills, and have good attention to detail. Above all you will be highly focused, taking responsibility for providing a high quality and efficient service. You should have a good working knowledge of defined benefit pension schemes and a working knowledge of the LGPS and pension administration system; Altair would be an advantage. For this role you will have a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities of using technology, as well as a commitment to Equality of Access and Opportunity in a diverse community.
Location
We offer a hybrid working environment for our staff where you will work 3 days a week from our modern offices at Laurence House in Catford and 2 days a week from home.
Salary
£40,404 - £41,637 per annum (SO1). All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity Statement
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to ensure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply.
Pensions Officer employer: Lewisham Council
Lewisham Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that champions diversity and community engagement. With generous benefits such as flexible working arrangements, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the vibrant Lewisham community.
