Barnett Waddingham
Pension Administrator
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Pension Administrator – Permanent, Full-Time
We’re seeking a Pension Administrator who is curious, eager to learn, and motivated by helping others. This role is a permanent, full-time position based at our Birmingham office (B31, Longbridge), with a hybrid working arrangement.
Note: We have roles at varying levels—please still apply if you are early in your career or seeking a more senior appointment.
About the Role
Join us at a genuinely exciting moment for pension administration within Barnett Waddingham. As part of the rapidly growing Howden employee benefits business, opportunities for development have never been stronger. We are investing in our people, teams, and operating model, creating clear routes for progression and long, rewarding careers.
A Snapshot of Your Day
- Preparing and checking computer-generated benefit calculations and member correspondence
- Maintaining accurate member records and ensuring data integrity
- Interpreting scheme documentation, including rules, booklets, and announcements
- Completing manual calculations and supporting more complex casework
- Managing member activities in line with agreed service levels
- Identifying and escalating issues, offering practical solutions where appropriate
- Supporting and maintaining Information Security procedures in line with Barnett Waddingham policy
- Assisting with ad hoc tasks and supporting colleagues as needed
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Requirements & Desirables
We’d love to hear from you if you have:
- The Award in Pension Essentials or progress towards other relevant PMI qualifications (e.g., CPC – Certificate in Pension Calculations).
- A willingness to pursue further professional qualifications would be beneficial, but proven experience in the role is preferred over academic achievement.
- Experience in defined benefit pension administration.
- A clear aptitude for pensions administration and interest in developing technical knowledge.
Benefits
- Competitive discretionary annual bonus and salary review
- Generous pension scheme (we contribute 8%)
- Funded training and professional development opportunities
- Core benefits including:
- Private medical cover
- Life assurance
- Group income protection
- Up to 30 days’ holiday per year (with holiday trading)
- A comprehensive range of voluntary benefits, including:
- Electric car leasing scheme
- Tech scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Dental cover
- Healthcare cash plan
- Health assessments
- Critical illness cover
- Sports Allowance (up to 50% of gym/sports membership—max £50 per month)
- Travel insurance
- Paid volunteering
- Broad range of retailer discounts
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Accessibility
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you require reasonable adjustments or further information on accessibility, please visit our policy here.
Interested in other opportunities or learning more about our company? Explore our careers page here.
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All enquiries should be directed to: careers@barnett-waddingham.co.uk. Kindly ask recruitment agencies to refrain from sending speculative CVs. Assistance requests will be handled directly by our hiring team.
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