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Lead Pensions Administrator (SIPP, SSAS)

Lead Pensions Administrator (SIPP, SSAS) - £40,000-£45,000 – Edinburgh/Hybrid M...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

40000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong administration team leader experience within a pensions environment, within SIPP and SSAS would be preferable, but the right candidate could have knowledge from within the financial services sector
Ideally with experience of having worked within an independent trustee or investment management environment
Proficient with Excel, able to create spreadsheets and action use of basic formulas
Word and Outlook experience, able to create and format documents to a high standard
Strong with systems with any experience of Delta's Platinum and Report~Pro systems, Bank of Scotland's iSite and Corporate Banking Online platforms, Microsoft SharePoint and volume by Watermark Technologies being advantageous

Job Responsibility

Setting up new business applications, preparing important correspondence for all our clients
Maintaining up-to-date electronic records, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently
Managing bank balance reconciliations, creating invoices, handling payroll, and ensuring compliance with VAT and tax relief processes
Building strong relationships with partners and coordinating with regulatory bodies
Line management of a small team of administrators

What we offer

Pension
Private Health
Bonus
25 days holiday as standard with the option to purchase more

Fulltime

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Director of Benefits

HARTZ Search invites you to explore an exciting opportunity for the Director of ...

Location

United States , Houston

Salary:

Not provided

HARTZ Search

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of ten (10) years within benefits operations with five (5) years of progressive benefits leadership experience within a complex healthcare system or large multi-divisional organization
Extensive experience managing benefit operations, plan implementation, administration, and compliance
Specific demonstrated expertise with self-insured health plans, 403(b) retirement plans, non-qualified retirement, pension plans, and voluntary benefits
Experience preparing materials for board-level committees and presenting to top senior executives on benefit programs
Proven management skills to lead, motivate, and develop a team of capable professionals
Demonstrated success leading and developing professional teams
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Job Responsibility

Design, develop, and administer best-practice benefits programs that support talent attraction, retention, and employee well-being
Partner with Compensation, HRIS, and Total Rewards leadership to create and execute a cohesive Total Rewards strategy
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Benefits team
Manage relationships with consultants, actuaries, brokers, and third-party administrators
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, IRS, DOL, and healthcare reform requirements
Oversee administration of health and welfare plans, retirement programs, disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, and wellness initiatives
Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance benefit delivery and employee experience
Collaborate with Information Systems and HRIS teams to implement system enhancements, automation tools, and enrollment solutions
Serve as the primary Benefits liaison for escalated employee service issues and process improvements
Develop and analyze metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and return on investment

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Director of Billing and Collections

We are looking for an experienced Director of Billing and Collections to lead re...

Location

United States , Horsham

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in billing, collections, accounts receivable, or revenue operations leadership
Background in retirement services, retirement plan administration, or a broader financial services environment is strongly preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of billing models, fee structures, revenue tracking, and client-specific pricing arrangements
Experience leading managers and overseeing large operational teams in a performance-driven setting
Proven success improving processes, strengthening internal controls, and minimizing financial risk
Bachelor’s degree required
Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with billing or accounting platforms preferred
Exposure to acquisition-related integration work and audit support is a plus
Administers 401(k), pension, or cash balance plans
Handles compliance testing (ADP/ACP, 410(b), etc.)

Job Responsibility

Direct billing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and collection operations to ensure timely and accurate revenue processing
Oversee fee administration, including ancillary charges and client-specific billing arrangements, while maintaining adherence to internal policies and controls
Review aging trends and collection results, address disputed invoices, and drive timely resolution of outstanding balances
Guide and develop team leaders responsible for billing and collections staff, promoting accountability, coaching, and consistent service standards
Evaluate existing workflows, introduce process enhancements, and establish scalable procedures that improve efficiency and reduce revenue leakage
Partner with finance, audit, sales, operations, and client service teams to support compliance efforts and maintain audit readiness
Provide operational support for integrating billing and collections activities related to acquired businesses
Safeguard sensitive client and company information while reinforcing high standards of accuracy, judgment, and confidentiality

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Fulltime

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Payroll Specialist

As a Payroll Specialist within Sanofi Business Operations, People Services team,...

Location

United Kingdom , Reading

Salary:

Not provided

Sanofi-Aventis Deutschland GmbH

Expiration Date

June 29, 2026

Requirements

Proven UK payroll expertise with a thorough understanding of payroll processes, UK legislation, and compliance requirements (GDPR)
Ireland payroll knowledge is a plus
Graduate/Master's degree in Finance, HR, or Business Administration, or CIPP qualification (or working towards it), with hands-on payroll experience ideally in an international, multicultural environment
Strong technical proficiency with payroll/HRIS systems (Workday experience advantageous) and advanced Excel skills to manage data, reporting, and analysis effectively
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities to address operational issues, interpret complex payroll data, and drive resolution in a timely and effective manner
Detail-oriented and precise with the ability to organize, prioritize, and structure tasks to meet tight deadlines while maintaining 99.5%+ accuracy standards
Collaborative team player who works effectively across teams (People Services, Finance, P&C, Legal) and with external providers, bringing an end-to-end mindset to service delivery
Professional communicator able to interact confidently with internal and external stakeholders, providing clear support and building strong working relationships
Action-oriented and change-ready, with a delivery-driven approach and enthusiasm for continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function

Job Responsibility

Manage end-to-end UK payroll operations for approximately 700 employees across 2 entities with monthly cycles, ensuring 99.5% accuracy, on-time processing, and full compliance with UK legislation, GDPR, and Sanofi policies
Oversee the outsourced payroll provider relationship (Strada), including preparing and reviewing payroll data, monitoring KPIs, validating calculations, and escalating operational issues to ensure seamless delivery
Process compensation and benefits including salary changes, bonuses, pension administration and reporting, benefit deductions, share scheme processing, and ex-pat/in-pat payroll for international mobility
Deliver accurate and timely reporting to third-party administrators (pensions, share schemes), Finance, and business stakeholders, including ad-hoc reports and statutory returns
Provide Level 2 payroll support by responding to queries via ServiceNow within agreed SLAs, maintaining the Knowledge Database, and resolving issues in a professional and timely manner
Lead audit preparation and compliance activities, including payroll control checklists, control evidence documentation, sign-off processes, and responding to internal and external audit requests
Maintain payroll documentation and governance, ensuring all policies, SOPs, change requests, and control evidence are current and stored appropriately on SharePoint
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, staying current with UK payroll legislation, monitoring and refining processes to meet statutory requirements while supporting corporate projects and the Global Core Model

What we offer

Disability Confident Employer (offering interviews to candidates who request consideration under the Scheme and meet minimum requirements)

Fulltime

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Pensions Manager

As the Pensions Manager, you will lead and develop the Pensions Administration T...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

63966.00 - 67575.00 GBP / Year

Haringey Council

Expiration Date

June 21, 2026

Requirements

Strong experience in LGPS administration, with detailed knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation and guidance
Proven track record of managing pensions administration services at a senior level
Effective leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and performance-manage a team
Experience of balancing business-as-usual delivery with the successful implementation of change and improvement initiatives
Confidence in managing complex or high-risk cases and providing expert technical guidance
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex pensions matters to a wide range of stakeholders
Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience of influencing and collaborating with internal and external partners
High levels of organisation and the ability to prioritise competing demands while meeting deadlines
A proactive and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement and drive change
A strong commitment to governance, compliance and delivering an excellent member experience

Job Responsibility

Lead and develop the Pensions Administration Team, ensuring the delivery of a high quality, member focused service
Accountable for the timely and accurate calculation of pension benefits across the full range of LGPS cases, including retirements, leavers, deaths, aggregations, transfers and estimates
Ensuring compliance with LGPS Regulations, statutory requirements and internal policies
Maintaining high standards of data quality and internal controls
Overall responsibility for the effective delivery of key annual processes, including Annual Benefit Statements, year end activities and the management of regulatory and scheme returns
Oversee day to day casework, allocating and prioritising workloads, resolving complex or high risk cases, and providing expert technical guidance to the team
Continuous improvement, with responsibility for reviewing processes, driving efficiencies, and supporting system developments and automation where appropriate
Deliver project based work like the Pensions Dashboard Project and other key regulatory changes
Act as the principal point of contact for pensions administration matters, representing the Fund to internal and external stakeholders
Play a leading role in engaging with the wider LGPS community, sharing best practice and ensuring the Fund remains informed of legislative and regulatory change

What we offer

Leave entitlement up to 31 days + bank holidays
Potential hybrid working opportunities
Health and wellbeing support
A generous local government pension scheme
A range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money-saving discounts

Fulltime

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Pensions Team Leader

Job Description Pensions Team Leader Location: West London (Hybrid Working) Rate...

Location

United Kingdom , West London

Salary:

47.00 GBP / Hour

Vox Consultants

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive experience working within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Previous experience leading or supervising a pensions administration team
Strong technical knowledge of LGPS regulations and pension legislation
Experience monitoring third-party pension administration contracts and service performance
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Proven ability to drive service improvements and support organisational change.

Job Responsibility

Support the Pensions Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the retained pension client service
Monitor the pension administrator's performance against agreed service standards and key performance indicators
Lead, manage and develop a team of Pension Advisors, ensuring high-quality service delivery and professional development
Oversee a range of pension administration activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all processes
Review and validate information provided to support the accurate maintenance of scheme member records
Work closely with scheme employers, monitoring and directing them to fulfil their responsibilities and obligations to the Pension Fund
Identify opportunities for service improvement and contribute to the ongoing development of pension processes and procedures
Ensure compliance with LGPS regulations, pension legislation, and internal governance requirements
Provide expert technical guidance on complex pension matters.

Fulltime

Lead Pension Officer

Location

United Kingdom , Gloucestershire

Salary:

33143.00 - 40777.00 GBP / Year

Gloucestershire County Council

Expiration Date

June 28, 2026

Requirements

Have experience of working in a Local Government Scheme Pension Fund team
Have a working knowledge and understanding of the LGPS Regulations
Have excellent customer service skills
Be able to effectively manage workloads, prioritise cases and meet legislative deadlines
Have good IT skills and experience of using Microsoft Office and a Pension Administration platform
Have excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills

Job Responsibility

Calculate, process and peer check retirement pension benefits, death benefits, spouse/partner pensions and child pensions
Calculate and provide pension estimates
Calculate, process and peer check transfer cases
Calculate, process and peer check divorce cases
Provide technical support for Pension Officers
Assist with the implementation of new legislative changes
Provide members with accurate scheme information and support with their queries

What we offer

Flexible and agile working opportunities
25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
Career development and qualification opportunities
Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone
An in-house Occupational Health service
Employee discount scheme

Fulltime

Payroll & Benefits Manager

We are looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Manager to support payroll ...

Location

United States , New Ulm

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in payroll administration, with strong knowledge of full-cycle payroll processes
Proven experience managing multi-state payroll in a high-volume environment, including payroll populations exceeding 500 employees
Background in benefits administration, including health and welfare plans, retirement programs, and payroll-related benefit deductions
Working knowledge of payroll tax practices, wage and hour compliance requirements, and account reconciliation principles
Experience supporting union payroll environments and handling related pay rules or deductions
Strong reporting and data analysis skills, with the ability to prepare payroll and benefits summaries for management review
Proficiency with payroll and benefits systems, along with the ability to maintain accurate records and generate customized reports
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills for working with employees, vendors, carriers, and internal finance partners

Job Responsibility

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with federal and state wage and hour regulations
Review and enter payroll-related information such as deductions, garnishments, paid time off balances, and retirement contributions into payroll systems with a high degree of accuracy
Administer employee benefit offerings, including health coverage, dental plans, life insurance, disability programs, flexible benefit plans, and retirement plans
Reconcile payroll tax withholdings, insurance deductions, and related general ledger accounts to ensure alignment between payroll records and financial reporting
Prepare recurring payroll and benefits reports for leadership, including summaries related to earnings, hours worked, accruals, taxes, and deductions
Lead annual open enrollment activities by coordinating employee communications, managing plan updates in system tools, distributing enrollment materials, and processing elections within required timelines
Audit monthly insurance invoices, resolve billing discrepancies with carriers, and submit accurate information for payment processing
Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit questions, provide guidance on plan options and changes, and escalate highly complex issues when appropriate
Partner with external organizations, including government program administrators, insurance carriers, and a financial institution, to support benefits coordination and retiree pension payroll administration
Support retirement governance activities by assisting with committee documentation and performing additional payroll and benefits-related duties as needed

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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