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About the Role
Our USS Pensions Team provides a high‑quality administration service across a range of channels—online, by phone, email, letter, and in person—to University staff who are members of the USS pension scheme. The team liaises closely with Colleges and Departments across the University.
As Pensions Administrator, you will maintain membership records and support members throughout their pension journey. The USS is a hybrid scheme, combining defined benefit and defined contribution sections.
The role involves handling confidential information, so tact and discretion are essential. You should be able to work flexibly, manage complex information in a high‑compliance environment, work with minimal supervision, and contribute effectively as part of a collaborative team.
About You
- Experience in occupational pension scheme administration in a large organisation
- Experience with USS or defined benefit and defined contribution pension schemes
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of work accurately and to deadlines
- Experience handling complex and confidential information
- Team‑oriented, with the ability to work effectively across departments
- Excellent communication skills with a wide range of members and contacts
- Business information systems (e.g. HR, payroll, and pension systems)
- Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
- Numerate and literate, with GCSE (or equivalent) grade C or above in English and Mathematics
- Pension administration qualification (e.g. Diploma in Pensions Administration)
Benefits
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service
- One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full‑pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full‑pay paternity/partner leave
- Commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle
- Excellent contributory pension scheme
- Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans
- Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs
Application Process
To apply, please upload the details of two referees.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 9th January.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full time
Job function
Administrative, Finance, and Legal
Industries
Higher Education and Financial Services
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