Pensions Officer
Permanent, Full Time
£41,000 - £46,000
Hybrid - 3 Days London Office Based
We are currently recruiting for a Pensions Officer to join a School based out of London. As Pensions Officer you will ensure the proper management and accuracy of teachers' pension records for the Schools, to resolve issues relating to pensions for members of the teaching staff, liaising with staff members, the City of London Corporation, and the pension schemes as necessary.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Act as the primary point of contact with the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Act as the primary point of contact with the DC scheme provider.
- Act as the primary point of contact for teaching staff with pension queries or issues.
- Review TPS records to ensure accuracy and liaise with HR, Payroll, and the Teachers' Pension Scheme to resolve any issues that are identified.
- Ensure compliance with auto-enrolment requirements through liaison with CoL Payroll.
- Process all joiners and leavers of the Teachers' Pension Scheme and the DC scheme, including during the annual opt in window for the DC scheme.
- Ensure the Teachers' Pensions audit is undertaken each year, providing information to the auditor as necessary.
- Prepare and submit all related pensions returns and documentation including the end of year certificate.
- Keep fully up to date with Payroll and Pensions legislation, including attendance at courses and briefings as directed.
Skills and experience required:
- Experience of administering TPS or a similar public sector defined benefit pension scheme.
- Experience of administering a Defined Contribution Scheme.
- First degree in a numerate subject or equivalent experience.
- Certificate in Pensions Administration or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of ITrent or similar HR/Payroll system.
- Knowledge of Teachers' Pension Scheme operation and regulations.
- Knowledge of DC schemes and their operation.
- Ability to resolve problems relating to pension records, identifying errors, and getting corrections made.