Excited to grow your career? Our purpose is to empower people to save and invest with confidence. We are looking for great people to join us, so please come and invest in YOUR future at HL. We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. We'd love to hear from you! About the role Product Managers at HL are responsible for the vision, strategy, growth, roadmap, and performance of key financial products, digital journeys, services and platforms. As a Product Manager for our SIPP (Self-Invested Personal Pension) you will be working on one of our flagship financial products. You will help us to accelerate the growth of the product, and ensure our clients are receiving brilliant outcomes. This is an exciting time to join. New government initiatives are expected to transform how people save and plan for retirement, presenting significant opportunity for HL. This role offers new challenges and opportunities for personal development and growth. What you'll be doing Work with the Product Lead to define the product vision, strategy, and objectives in line with wider business goals Take responsibility for the client outcomes delivered by the product, in line with HL's product governance and consumer duty framework Manage the roadmap and backlog: effectively prioritise opportunities from a range of inputs, understand and prioritise this work so we're always working on the most impactful and important initiatives Translate these problems/opportunities into tangible client problems, through research and regular interaction with clients; define and frame those problems for teams Work with colleagues to identify innovative solutions to solve these problems Scope these solutions to their smallest coherent state to deliver to clients as early as you can Ensure that the product has the most chance of success by addressing the key product risks early; value, usability, feasibility, and viability. Constantly evaluate if your solutions have solved the client problem and delivered on the business opportunity through quantitative and qualitative measures. Motivate others to do their best work About you Significant experience in a Product Manager role within a financial services and pensions environment Experience working in a cross-functional product team with design and engineering experts Technically minded and have experience managing software products and navigating difficult technical trade-offs Strong written and verbal communication skills with a talent for precise articulations of customer problems Experience of using both quantitative and qualitative inputs to make informed product decisions and deliver meaningful insights Solution focused mindset - with the ability to use own experience to develop innovative solutions and resolve complex issues Proactive, organised and self sufficient Interview process The interview process will include a presentation or task, and a competency-based interview. Working Schedule We are looking for a Product Manager to join our team, based in Bristol head office, BS1 5HL. This role is a permanent, full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We offer a hybrid flexible working pattern to enable you the option of working from home and coming into the office. Why us? Here at HL, we're the UK's number 1 investment platform for private investors, based in Bristol. For more than 40 years we've helped investors save time, tax and money on their investments. To achieve our mission, we believe we have a workplace like no other, with constant learning, dynamic teams, and a great ethos. We're steered by core values that promote service, quality, innovation, and opportunity in everything we do. What's on offer? Discretionary annual bonus & annual pay review 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 1-day additional Christmas closure time Option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year at annual enrolment Flexible working options available, including hybrid working Enhanced parental leave Pension scheme up to 11% employer contribution Sharesave scheme - have a real stake in HL's future Income Protection & Life insurance (4 x salary core level of cover) Private medical insurance Health care cash plans - including optical, dental, and out patientcare and an Employee Assistance Programme Gympass - gym memberships and wellbeing apps available Variety of travel to work schemes with free bike storage and shower facilities An inhouse barista serving subsidised coffee and snacks Join HL's sports, I&D networks and volunteering groups (two paid volunteering days per year) LifeWorks Discounts on services, restaurants and retailers dependant on role level Hargreaves Lansdown is an inclusive employer that values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. This role may also be available on a flexible working or part time basis - please ask the Recruitment & Onboarding team for more information. Please note, we are unable to provide employment sponsorship to candidates.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Excited to grow your career? Our purpose is to empower people to save and invest with confidence. We are looking for great people to join us, so please come and invest in YOUR future at HL. We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. We'd love to hear from you! About the role Product Managers at HL are responsible for the vision, strategy, growth, roadmap, and performance of key financial products, digital journeys, services and platforms. As a Product Manager for our SIPP (Self-Invested Personal Pension) you will be working on one of our flagship financial products. You will help us to accelerate the growth of the product, and ensure our clients are receiving brilliant outcomes. This is an exciting time to join. New government initiatives are expected to transform how people save and plan for retirement, presenting significant opportunity for HL. This role offers new challenges and opportunities for personal development and growth. What you'll be doing Work with the Product Lead to define the product vision, strategy, and objectives in line with wider business goals Take responsibility for the client outcomes delivered by the product, in line with HL's product governance and consumer duty framework Manage the roadmap and backlog: effectively prioritise opportunities from a range of inputs, understand and prioritise this work so we're always working on the most impactful and important initiatives Translate these problems/opportunities into tangible client problems, through research and regular interaction with clients; define and frame those problems for teams Work with colleagues to identify innovative solutions to solve these problems Scope these solutions to their smallest coherent state to deliver to clients as early as you can Ensure that the product has the most chance of success by addressing the key product risks early; value, usability, feasibility, and viability. Constantly evaluate if your solutions have solved the client problem and delivered on the business opportunity through quantitative and qualitative measures. Motivate others to do their best work About you Significant experience in a Product Manager role within a financial services and pensions environment Experience working in a cross-functional product team with design and engineering experts Technically minded and have experience managing software products and navigating difficult technical trade-offs Strong written and verbal communication skills with a talent for precise articulations of customer problems Experience of using both quantitative and qualitative inputs to make informed product decisions and deliver meaningful insights Solution focused mindset - with the ability to use own experience to develop innovative solutions and resolve complex issues Proactive, organised and self sufficient Interview process The interview process will include a presentation or task, and a competency-based interview. Working Schedule We are looking for a Product Manager to join our team, based in Bristol head office, BS1 5HL. This role is a permanent, full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. We offer a hybrid flexible working pattern to enable you the option of working from home and coming into the office. Why us? Here at HL, we're the UK's number 1 investment platform for private investors, based in Bristol. For more than 40 years we've helped investors save time, tax and money on their investments. To achieve our mission, we believe we have a workplace like no other, with constant learning, dynamic teams, and a great ethos. We're steered by core values that promote service, quality, innovation, and opportunity in everything we do. What's on offer? Discretionary annual bonus & annual pay review 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 1-day additional Christmas closure time Option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year at annual enrolment Flexible working options available, including hybrid working Enhanced parental leave Pension scheme up to 11% employer contribution Sharesave scheme - have a real stake in HL's future Income Protection & Life insurance (4 x salary core level of cover) Private medical insurance Health care cash plans - including optical, dental, and out patientcare and an Employee Assistance Programme Gympass - gym memberships and wellbeing apps available Variety of travel to work schemes with free bike storage and shower facilities An inhouse barista serving subsidised coffee and snacks Join HL's sports, I&D networks and volunteering groups (two paid volunteering days per year) LifeWorks Discounts on services, restaurants and retailers dependant on role level Hargreaves Lansdown is an inclusive employer that values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. This role may also be available on a flexible working or part time basis - please ask the Recruitment & Onboarding team for more information. Please note, we are unable to provide employment sponsorship to candidates.
We are recruiting for a global leading financial services organisation who committed to fostering the growth and success of all, whilst investing heavily in learning and development and paving unique career paths. They are an organisation and employer never stands still, in a company culture that is agile and that will invest in your career development. Are you a senior pension's administrator who is looking to develop your experience and career into a Project Management role? If so, my client is seeking a number of pension administration professionals who are looking for just that opportunity! As someone with a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/ insured pension schemes and with training, you will work within a team who are responsible for a wide range of large and complex projects in a client facing role. Projects span across the whole Pensions Administration remit and can include implementations, benefit changes, pension dashboard, GMPE and de-risking. It is essential that you are already have a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/or insured pension schemes, together with the ability to work within a project based environment. Additionally, you will be someone with excellent relationship building and communication skills at all levels (internally and externally), coupled with a structured and organised approach and who is able to prioritise simultaneous workloads effectively across multiple deadlines The roles are can be aligned to any of their offices in the UK on a hybrid-working basis. Other flexible working options may also be considered Offering excellent remuneration packages together with the opportunity to work for an organisation who want to break the normal cycle and change the world of pension administration for the better, further information is available on application.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We are recruiting for a global leading financial services organisation who committed to fostering the growth and success of all, whilst investing heavily in learning and development and paving unique career paths. They are an organisation and employer never stands still, in a company culture that is agile and that will invest in your career development. Are you a senior pension's administrator who is looking to develop your experience and career into a Project Management role? If so, my client is seeking a number of pension administration professionals who are looking for just that opportunity! As someone with a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/ insured pension schemes and with training, you will work within a team who are responsible for a wide range of large and complex projects in a client facing role. Projects span across the whole Pensions Administration remit and can include implementations, benefit changes, pension dashboard, GMPE and de-risking. It is essential that you are already have a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/or insured pension schemes, together with the ability to work within a project based environment. Additionally, you will be someone with excellent relationship building and communication skills at all levels (internally and externally), coupled with a structured and organised approach and who is able to prioritise simultaneous workloads effectively across multiple deadlines The roles are can be aligned to any of their offices in the UK on a hybrid-working basis. Other flexible working options may also be considered Offering excellent remuneration packages together with the opportunity to work for an organisation who want to break the normal cycle and change the world of pension administration for the better, further information is available on application.
We are recruiting for a global leading financial services organisation who committed to fostering the growth and success of all, whilst investing heavily in learning and development and paving unique career paths. They are an organisation and employer never stands still, in a company culture that is agile and that will invest in your career development. Are you a senior pension's administrator who is looking to develop your experience and career into a Project Management role? If so, my client is seeking a number of pension administration professionals who are looking for just that opportunity! As someone with a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/ insured pension schemes and with training, you will work within a team who are responsible for a wide range of large and complex projects in a client facing role. Projects span across the whole Pensions Administration remit and can include implementations, benefit changes, pension dashboard, GMPE and de-risking. It is essential that you are already have a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/or insured pension schemes, together with the ability to work within a project based environment. Additionally, you will be someone with excellent relationship building and communication skills at all levels (internally and externally), coupled with a structured and organised approach and who is able to prioritise simultaneous workloads effectively across multiple deadlines The roles are can be aligned to any of their offices in the UK on a hybrid-working basis. Other flexible working options may also be considered Offering excellent remuneration packages together with the opportunity to work for an organisation who want to break the normal cycle and change the world of pension administration for the better, further information is available on application.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
We are recruiting for a global leading financial services organisation who committed to fostering the growth and success of all, whilst investing heavily in learning and development and paving unique career paths. They are an organisation and employer never stands still, in a company culture that is agile and that will invest in your career development. Are you a senior pension's administrator who is looking to develop your experience and career into a Project Management role? If so, my client is seeking a number of pension administration professionals who are looking for just that opportunity! As someone with a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/ insured pension schemes and with training, you will work within a team who are responsible for a wide range of large and complex projects in a client facing role. Projects span across the whole Pensions Administration remit and can include implementations, benefit changes, pension dashboard, GMPE and de-risking. It is essential that you are already have a deep working knowledge of DB, DC and/or insured pension schemes, together with the ability to work within a project based environment. Additionally, you will be someone with excellent relationship building and communication skills at all levels (internally and externally), coupled with a structured and organised approach and who is able to prioritise simultaneous workloads effectively across multiple deadlines The roles are can be aligned to any of their offices in the UK on a hybrid-working basis. Other flexible working options may also be considered Offering excellent remuneration packages together with the opportunity to work for an organisation who want to break the normal cycle and change the world of pension administration for the better, further information is available on application.
Data Management Officer Hybrid working - 2 days a week in our Preston OfficeSalary Circa £24,000 - £25,500 DOE A glance at the role: Due to growth, we have exciting opportunities for 3 Data Management Officers to join our team. You will be effectively supporting the Pensions Data Team Leader in the management and administration of pension scheme member data.Maintaining and improving data quality and integrity through carrying out regular data cleaning exercises and checking routines. Liaising with employers to ensure monthly data collection files are received from the pension schemes administered by LPP in a timely manner. To undertake bulk data exercises to assist and support the Pensions Data Manager in the production and distribution of annual benefit statements in respect of all of the pension schemes administered by LPP within statutory deadlines.You will join a friendly, welcoming, and sociable work culture where there are opportunities for continuous personal and professional development where you will be supported to reach your full potential. A bit about us: The Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) is one of the UK's leading pension administration companies. We strive to deliver the best experience for over 2,100 employers and more than 655,000 members of Local Government, Police and Firefighter pension schemes, keeping them fully informed about their pensions whilst working closely with employers to continuously educate and support them. What we can offer you: - Starting salary of £24,000 - £25,500 DOE.- 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and additional concessionary days, with the ability to buy and sell leave.- Access to an excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contributions.- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for when you might need some support.- The opportunity to earn through our Employee Referral Scheme.- Access to our bespoke Reward Discount Scheme - 'Your Perk Site.'- Opportunities to attend Wellbeing webinars and social events.- Daily free fruit and snacks available to you in our office.- Free Car Parking (off site) What you'll be doing: - Manage own workload and task lists to ensure deadlines, data quality targets and performance targets are met- Maintain member records to ensure all data and data entry is relevant and accurate, including but not restricted to active and deferred member changes and Bulk up-loading of Data- Validate data submissions effectively and promptly in line with relevant deadlines- Producing and distributing annual benefit statements to the active and deferred membership of the pension schemes under administration- Preparation of data for the actuarial valuation of all of the pension schemes administered, including preparation and provision of financial information relating to ISA19 accounting requirements- Provision of specific financial information relating to pensions recharges and pension strain- Managing ad hoc projects and preparing various reports as required- Liaising with scheme employers in respect of data management issues and the submission of monthly data files- Being aware of and having an understanding of the regulations relating to the pensions schemes under administration as well as overriding pension legislation- Treat information security with the utmost respect, dealing appropriately with sensitive and confidential information within Service protocol/guidelines- Support service provision as appropriate undertaking other duties commensurate with the post What we need from you: - Significant practical working experience in a financial/pensions environment- Proven ability to work effectively on own initiative as well as being an effective teamplayer, promoting positive behaviour and attitudes, working flexibly, whilst at all times developing and maintaining good working relationships within the team and the service as a whole- Proven ability to undertake detailed mathematical calculations accurately- Demonstrable ability to work accurately and to deadlines- Good working knowledge of legislation, regulation, conditions, software, systems and processes relevant to pension payroll and pension administration- Ability to use excel at an advanced level, including the ability to use macros and pivot tables- Good statistical and analytical skills, including good report writing skills- The ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including the ability to communicate complex issues, possessing excellent communication skills- Commitment to providing a good customer service at all times.- Maintain an understanding and actively support LPP's equality programme, both internally and externally, along with all other corporate policy initiatives, including maintaining an understanding of the breadth of the diversity agenda and embedding good practice Working with and upholding our values: - Working together- Committed to excellence- Doing the right thing- Forward thinkingSo, if you'd like to join us as a Data Management Officer, please apply via the button shown. 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Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Data Management Officer Hybrid working - 2 days a week in our Preston OfficeSalary Circa £24,000 - £25,500 DOE A glance at the role: Due to growth, we have exciting opportunities for 3 Data Management Officers to join our team. You will be effectively supporting the Pensions Data Team Leader in the management and administration of pension scheme member data.Maintaining and improving data quality and integrity through carrying out regular data cleaning exercises and checking routines. Liaising with employers to ensure monthly data collection files are received from the pension schemes administered by LPP in a timely manner. To undertake bulk data exercises to assist and support the Pensions Data Manager in the production and distribution of annual benefit statements in respect of all of the pension schemes administered by LPP within statutory deadlines.You will join a friendly, welcoming, and sociable work culture where there are opportunities for continuous personal and professional development where you will be supported to reach your full potential. A bit about us: The Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) is one of the UK's leading pension administration companies. We strive to deliver the best experience for over 2,100 employers and more than 655,000 members of Local Government, Police and Firefighter pension schemes, keeping them fully informed about their pensions whilst working closely with employers to continuously educate and support them. What we can offer you: - Starting salary of £24,000 - £25,500 DOE.- 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and additional concessionary days, with the ability to buy and sell leave.- Access to an excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contributions.- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for when you might need some support.- The opportunity to earn through our Employee Referral Scheme.- Access to our bespoke Reward Discount Scheme - 'Your Perk Site.'- Opportunities to attend Wellbeing webinars and social events.- Daily free fruit and snacks available to you in our office.- Free Car Parking (off site) What you'll be doing: - Manage own workload and task lists to ensure deadlines, data quality targets and performance targets are met- Maintain member records to ensure all data and data entry is relevant and accurate, including but not restricted to active and deferred member changes and Bulk up-loading of Data- Validate data submissions effectively and promptly in line with relevant deadlines- Producing and distributing annual benefit statements to the active and deferred membership of the pension schemes under administration- Preparation of data for the actuarial valuation of all of the pension schemes administered, including preparation and provision of financial information relating to ISA19 accounting requirements- Provision of specific financial information relating to pensions recharges and pension strain- Managing ad hoc projects and preparing various reports as required- Liaising with scheme employers in respect of data management issues and the submission of monthly data files- Being aware of and having an understanding of the regulations relating to the pensions schemes under administration as well as overriding pension legislation- Treat information security with the utmost respect, dealing appropriately with sensitive and confidential information within Service protocol/guidelines- Support service provision as appropriate undertaking other duties commensurate with the post What we need from you: - Significant practical working experience in a financial/pensions environment- Proven ability to work effectively on own initiative as well as being an effective teamplayer, promoting positive behaviour and attitudes, working flexibly, whilst at all times developing and maintaining good working relationships within the team and the service as a whole- Proven ability to undertake detailed mathematical calculations accurately- Demonstrable ability to work accurately and to deadlines- Good working knowledge of legislation, regulation, conditions, software, systems and processes relevant to pension payroll and pension administration- Ability to use excel at an advanced level, including the ability to use macros and pivot tables- Good statistical and analytical skills, including good report writing skills- The ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including the ability to communicate complex issues, possessing excellent communication skills- Commitment to providing a good customer service at all times.- Maintain an understanding and actively support LPP's equality programme, both internally and externally, along with all other corporate policy initiatives, including maintaining an understanding of the breadth of the diversity agenda and embedding good practice Working with and upholding our values: - Working together- Committed to excellence- Doing the right thing- Forward thinkingSo, if you'd like to join us as a Data Management Officer, please apply via the button shown. 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Are you ready to take your engineering career to new heights? Our client are thrilled to announce that they are looking for a Chartered Senior Structural Engineer with a minimum of eight years' postgraduate experience, to join their dynamic and growing team based near the iconic Tower Bridge. Our client are a forward-thinking engineering firm committed to delivering innovative solutions in structural design and construction. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and excellence, they strive to push the boundaries of traditional engineering practices to create buildings and infrastructure that are not only structurally sound but also environmentally responsible and aesthetically pleasing. What is on offer: Be a part of a collaborative team that thrives on mutual growth and learning. Work in an environment where your skills will be honed and that your ideas are valued. The chance to move engineering disciplines across the group Be able to work in the iconic area of Tower Bridge. Benefits include: Bi-monthly group development training Regular team socials and getaways 14 days digital (work from anywhere for 14 days) Enhanced Pensions Scheme Detox cabin stays Private healthcare. What you will need to succeed: BEng or MEng in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent too). To be chartered with IStructE or ICE is essential. A minimum of eight years postgraduate experience. Experience in leading the structural design process for a variety of projects, including commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional developments. Accomplished in structural software such as Robot, Tekla Tedds and Tekla Structural Designer. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff, guiding them in structural analysis, design principles, and engineering methodologies. Collaborate with project managers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Are you ready to take your engineering career to new heights? Our client are thrilled to announce that they are looking for a Chartered Senior Structural Engineer with a minimum of eight years' postgraduate experience, to join their dynamic and growing team based near the iconic Tower Bridge. Our client are a forward-thinking engineering firm committed to delivering innovative solutions in structural design and construction. With a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and excellence, they strive to push the boundaries of traditional engineering practices to create buildings and infrastructure that are not only structurally sound but also environmentally responsible and aesthetically pleasing. What is on offer: Be a part of a collaborative team that thrives on mutual growth and learning. Work in an environment where your skills will be honed and that your ideas are valued. The chance to move engineering disciplines across the group Be able to work in the iconic area of Tower Bridge. Benefits include: Bi-monthly group development training Regular team socials and getaways 14 days digital (work from anywhere for 14 days) Enhanced Pensions Scheme Detox cabin stays Private healthcare. What you will need to succeed: BEng or MEng in Civil/Structural Engineering (or equivalent too). To be chartered with IStructE or ICE is essential. A minimum of eight years postgraduate experience. Experience in leading the structural design process for a variety of projects, including commercial, residential, industrial, and institutional developments. Accomplished in structural software such as Robot, Tekla Tedds and Tekla Structural Designer. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff, guiding them in structural analysis, design principles, and engineering methodologies. Collaborate with project managers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables
At the New Model School Company we are proud to manage two small and "Excellent" rated prep schools. We are seeking to appoint an HR professional , with school's experience to proactively lead and manage all aspects of HR in our schools including recruitment, CPD, employee support, compliance and policy development. This role is busy and dynamic and a truly hands on HR position, it will require someone who is highly organised, with a strong administrative skills and awareness of operational HR issues including payroll and pensions. The successful candidate should possess good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively. and relate to people on all levels. This role would suit either an HR Advisor with schools experience ready to take their first step into a management role or someone who has already established themselves as a skilled manager and HR practitioner. The salary offered will reflect the skills and experience of the successful candidate. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team where staff wellbeing is at the forefront of our work. You will report to the CEO and be supported by an HR Assistant, and work closely with the two Head teachers and other senior school staff and colleagues in Head Office. The role will be based in the Head Office in West London but regular visits to the two schools one in East London, one in North West London would be a requirement, therefore willingness to travel is essential (all 3 sites are accessible via public transport) Office hours are generally 9am to 5:30am though some flexibility is possible in terms of working hours, compressed hours, earlier starts / finishes etc We are looking for someone who has experience in schools HR compliance work, as well as generalist HR experience and who holds or is working towards a level 5 or 7 CIPD qualification . part funding and study leave to study for a higher qualification could be available after a period of employment How to apply If you are interested in the role please submit an up to date CV and a letter of application to . A full job description is avaialble on request. Right to work in the UK is essential. We are not able to sponsor overseas candidates. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. NMS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and DBS checks. Job Summary 09/02/2024 Location: Office in W10 and regular visits to the schools in NW10 and E14 Dependent on skills, experience and qualifications The New Model School Company Ltd (Head Office) Unit 121 Buspace Studios Conlan Street London W10 5AP England
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
At the New Model School Company we are proud to manage two small and "Excellent" rated prep schools. We are seeking to appoint an HR professional , with school's experience to proactively lead and manage all aspects of HR in our schools including recruitment, CPD, employee support, compliance and policy development. This role is busy and dynamic and a truly hands on HR position, it will require someone who is highly organised, with a strong administrative skills and awareness of operational HR issues including payroll and pensions. The successful candidate should possess good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively. and relate to people on all levels. This role would suit either an HR Advisor with schools experience ready to take their first step into a management role or someone who has already established themselves as a skilled manager and HR practitioner. The salary offered will reflect the skills and experience of the successful candidate. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team where staff wellbeing is at the forefront of our work. You will report to the CEO and be supported by an HR Assistant, and work closely with the two Head teachers and other senior school staff and colleagues in Head Office. The role will be based in the Head Office in West London but regular visits to the two schools one in East London, one in North West London would be a requirement, therefore willingness to travel is essential (all 3 sites are accessible via public transport) Office hours are generally 9am to 5:30am though some flexibility is possible in terms of working hours, compressed hours, earlier starts / finishes etc We are looking for someone who has experience in schools HR compliance work, as well as generalist HR experience and who holds or is working towards a level 5 or 7 CIPD qualification . part funding and study leave to study for a higher qualification could be available after a period of employment How to apply If you are interested in the role please submit an up to date CV and a letter of application to . A full job description is avaialble on request. Right to work in the UK is essential. We are not able to sponsor overseas candidates. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. NMS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and DBS checks. Job Summary 09/02/2024 Location: Office in W10 and regular visits to the schools in NW10 and E14 Dependent on skills, experience and qualifications The New Model School Company Ltd (Head Office) Unit 121 Buspace Studios Conlan Street London W10 5AP England
Job Reference: /JM/11-04/1140/9 Job Title: Pension & Benefits Administrator Location: Century House, Ipswich Salary: Competitive Hours per week: Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 05:30 - 37.5 hours per week Business Overview Atalian Servest and OCS have merged to create a new organisation, the OCS Group UK & Ireland. We are a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates. Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a Pension & Benefits Administrator to join our passionate and driven team based at Century House, Ipswich. Reporting to the Reward, Pension & Benefits Manager you will be responsible for the administration of a wide number of benefits and pension schemes within OCS Group UK Ltd. Benefits Informal hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days holiday + bank holidays Free fruit in our offices Employee Referral Scheme (if you refer a successful candidate to one of our vacancies) Wide range of retail discounts Regular social and charity events are held in our offices Get involved in charity events in the local community Wellbeing Discounted gym membership Eye test £25 voucher and up to £100 towards glasses Join our Cycle to Work scheme via salary sacrifice Access to CHROMA , our internal colleague-led diversity and inclusion community join a committee or take part in our D&I initiatives and events Access to internal Mental Health First Aiders Career development and recognition Immediate access to Opportunity our internal Learning and Development platform Required professional membership fees paid for Opportunity to win monthly Atalian Servest Superstar Awards Long service awards Key Responsibilities: Pensions Understand pension auto-enrolment legislation and answer any queries. Assist with reconciling monthly pension contribution files to submit to pension providers. Monitor pensions opt outs/opt ins and undertake relevant action. Ensure statutory pension letters are issued to employees. Liaise with LGPS, CSPS and any other ad hoc pension schemes to submit any in year pension forms that may be required in relation to starters/leavers/changes to employees circumstances. Ensure all pension end of year forms are submitted to each pension provider in a timely manner complying with any deadlines indicated. Assist with Admitted Body Status applications. Benefits Liaise with benefit providers to add new starters/remove leavers from the relevant polices. E.g. PMI, life assurance, accident at work, GIP, dental plan Handle life assurance claims. Assist Reward, Pension & Benefits Manager with annual renewals of the benefits schemes e.g. preparing employee data for provider. Assess and approve cycle-to-work applications and advise unsuccessful employees on their options. Administration of childcare voucher schemes Administration of True Stars awards Administration of non-cash vouchers ensuring relevant information is recorded for the PAYE Settlement Agreement Run and administer any ad-hoc benefits campaigns e.g. Tastecard Prepare P11d-related data and undertake checks to ensure the data is accurate. Administration of health cash plan scheme Record private mileage from employees and calculate the monetary amount for payroll deductions. Assess all TUPE in ELI s for potential benefit/pension liabilities. Information Undertake cleansing of information to ensure that information held is adequate and relevant Chase any outstanding items with the relevant department(s) / employee Assist with the provision of pension and benefits-related information and guidance to the operational employees at all levels in the business Records Maintain a record of all employees of each benefit scheme and associated costs Reporting Prepare reports relating to payments of pensions and benefits to third parties in a timely manner complying with any deadlines indicated Preparing ad-hoc reports for internal departments Payroll Team Provide any pension refunds/3rd party/mileage deductions to the payroll team in a timely manner in line with the cut-off date for each payroll Human Resources Work closely with Human Resources to ensure the prompt resolution of any benefits-related issues Provide information as requested for TUPE Fleet Work closely with the Fleet team to ensure relevant information is recorded to ensure the company car and driver details are as accurate as possible to prepare P11d s Managing Relationships Make and maintain strong communication links with all managers/directors/key stakeholders within the company, to enable quick resolution to all queries Health and Safety Ensure that all Health and Safety obligations are met as directed by your line manager Additional Duties Help the Reward & Benefits Team members in the Reward, Pension & Benefits Manager s absence, providing support and training as required Undertake additional duties as required by the line manager Undertake training as directed by the line manager About You: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Administration experience Thorough working knowledge of pension autoenrollment legislation 4 GCSE including Maths and English CIPP qualification desirable Ability to work to tight deadlines Good written, oral and presentational skills Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) Intermediate Excel Skills desirable (v look ups, sumif statements/pivot tables) Must be able to perform manual calculations for pension autoenrollment and NIC Class 1a Team worker Customer Focused Commitment in providing a quality service To have a flexible and positive attitude to work and willingness to learn Demonstrate high standard of integrity, confidentiality and discretion including GDPR knowledge How to apply If you are interested to join a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to wor
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Job Reference: /JM/11-04/1140/9 Job Title: Pension & Benefits Administrator Location: Century House, Ipswich Salary: Competitive Hours per week: Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 05:30 - 37.5 hours per week Business Overview Atalian Servest and OCS have merged to create a new organisation, the OCS Group UK & Ireland. We are a leading facilities management company providing a range of both standalone and integrated services including cleaning, catering, security, technical services, energy management and compliance, front of house, landscaping, logistics, waste management and pest control services. The company has a turnover of £1.5bn and operates across the UK and Ireland with 50,000 colleagues delivering innovative award-winning services to the private and public sectors and supporting the local communities in which it operates. Role Overview We are currently recruiting for a Pension & Benefits Administrator to join our passionate and driven team based at Century House, Ipswich. Reporting to the Reward, Pension & Benefits Manager you will be responsible for the administration of a wide number of benefits and pension schemes within OCS Group UK Ltd. Benefits Informal hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days holiday + bank holidays Free fruit in our offices Employee Referral Scheme (if you refer a successful candidate to one of our vacancies) Wide range of retail discounts Regular social and charity events are held in our offices Get involved in charity events in the local community Wellbeing Discounted gym membership Eye test £25 voucher and up to £100 towards glasses Join our Cycle to Work scheme via salary sacrifice Access to CHROMA , our internal colleague-led diversity and inclusion community join a committee or take part in our D&I initiatives and events Access to internal Mental Health First Aiders Career development and recognition Immediate access to Opportunity our internal Learning and Development platform Required professional membership fees paid for Opportunity to win monthly Atalian Servest Superstar Awards Long service awards Key Responsibilities: Pensions Understand pension auto-enrolment legislation and answer any queries. Assist with reconciling monthly pension contribution files to submit to pension providers. Monitor pensions opt outs/opt ins and undertake relevant action. Ensure statutory pension letters are issued to employees. Liaise with LGPS, CSPS and any other ad hoc pension schemes to submit any in year pension forms that may be required in relation to starters/leavers/changes to employees circumstances. Ensure all pension end of year forms are submitted to each pension provider in a timely manner complying with any deadlines indicated. Assist with Admitted Body Status applications. Benefits Liaise with benefit providers to add new starters/remove leavers from the relevant polices. E.g. PMI, life assurance, accident at work, GIP, dental plan Handle life assurance claims. Assist Reward, Pension & Benefits Manager with annual renewals of the benefits schemes e.g. preparing employee data for provider. Assess and approve cycle-to-work applications and advise unsuccessful employees on their options. Administration of childcare voucher schemes Administration of True Stars awards Administration of non-cash vouchers ensuring relevant information is recorded for the PAYE Settlement Agreement Run and administer any ad-hoc benefits campaigns e.g. Tastecard Prepare P11d-related data and undertake checks to ensure the data is accurate. Administration of health cash plan scheme Record private mileage from employees and calculate the monetary amount for payroll deductions. Assess all TUPE in ELI s for potential benefit/pension liabilities. Information Undertake cleansing of information to ensure that information held is adequate and relevant Chase any outstanding items with the relevant department(s) / employee Assist with the provision of pension and benefits-related information and guidance to the operational employees at all levels in the business Records Maintain a record of all employees of each benefit scheme and associated costs Reporting Prepare reports relating to payments of pensions and benefits to third parties in a timely manner complying with any deadlines indicated Preparing ad-hoc reports for internal departments Payroll Team Provide any pension refunds/3rd party/mileage deductions to the payroll team in a timely manner in line with the cut-off date for each payroll Human Resources Work closely with Human Resources to ensure the prompt resolution of any benefits-related issues Provide information as requested for TUPE Fleet Work closely with the Fleet team to ensure relevant information is recorded to ensure the company car and driver details are as accurate as possible to prepare P11d s Managing Relationships Make and maintain strong communication links with all managers/directors/key stakeholders within the company, to enable quick resolution to all queries Health and Safety Ensure that all Health and Safety obligations are met as directed by your line manager Additional Duties Help the Reward & Benefits Team members in the Reward, Pension & Benefits Manager s absence, providing support and training as required Undertake additional duties as required by the line manager Undertake training as directed by the line manager About You: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Administration experience Thorough working knowledge of pension autoenrollment legislation 4 GCSE including Maths and English CIPP qualification desirable Ability to work to tight deadlines Good written, oral and presentational skills Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) Intermediate Excel Skills desirable (v look ups, sumif statements/pivot tables) Must be able to perform manual calculations for pension autoenrollment and NIC Class 1a Team worker Customer Focused Commitment in providing a quality service To have a flexible and positive attitude to work and willingness to learn Demonstrate high standard of integrity, confidentiality and discretion including GDPR knowledge How to apply If you are interested to join a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to wor
Regulatory Project Manager 6 Month Contract Inside IR35 UK Based (Birmingham) Our Life and Pensions client require a Project Manager to help support on an exciting project for an initial 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities: Work with the Business Sponsor, other relevant stakeholders and the project team to scope, define and plan the project. This includes ownership for producing a commercially viable Business Case, which is in line with business strategy. Exeptional business change and regulatory required Apply project management tools and team collaboration techniques appropriately to effectively manage the project through the change lifecycle to successful delivery, delivering the outcomes as per the business case Successfully source appropriate resources to ensure work streams or projects are adequately resourced; especially where resources are specialised and/or limited and therefore challenging to secure. Produce and actively maintain good quality project documentation, including plans, actions, decisions, RAID logs, change requests, incidents and governance in line with the project objectives to ensure successful delivery. Identify and actively manage stakeholders (typically up to SMQ level and Management Board Level) throughout the project to ensure project sponsor, steering group and other stakeholders are kept informed of project progress. Create and maintain a partnership with delivery teams and/or Outsource Providers, also holding these parties to account, as per the delivery agreements made during Project Initiation If this role sounds of interest, please apply and I will call you to discuss. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Regulatory Project Manager 6 Month Contract Inside IR35 UK Based (Birmingham) Our Life and Pensions client require a Project Manager to help support on an exciting project for an initial 6-month contract. Key Responsibilities: Work with the Business Sponsor, other relevant stakeholders and the project team to scope, define and plan the project. This includes ownership for producing a commercially viable Business Case, which is in line with business strategy. Exeptional business change and regulatory required Apply project management tools and team collaboration techniques appropriately to effectively manage the project through the change lifecycle to successful delivery, delivering the outcomes as per the business case Successfully source appropriate resources to ensure work streams or projects are adequately resourced; especially where resources are specialised and/or limited and therefore challenging to secure. Produce and actively maintain good quality project documentation, including plans, actions, decisions, RAID logs, change requests, incidents and governance in line with the project objectives to ensure successful delivery. Identify and actively manage stakeholders (typically up to SMQ level and Management Board Level) throughout the project to ensure project sponsor, steering group and other stakeholders are kept informed of project progress. Create and maintain a partnership with delivery teams and/or Outsource Providers, also holding these parties to account, as per the delivery agreements made during Project Initiation If this role sounds of interest, please apply and I will call you to discuss. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Decarbonisation Manager Up to £55,500 per annum Hybrid - Midlands / East of England with travel across our geography as required Permanent, Full Time Are you currently working across retrofit or environmental practices within the housing sector, and looking for an exciting new role within an organisation committed to improving lives? If so, our brand-new Decarbonisation Manager role could be the perfect job for you Longhurst Group is a leading housing Group across the Midlands & East of England, committed to enhancing communities and improving the lives of both our colleagues and customers. With a mission to provide quality, safe, affordable housing that build great foundations for our customers, our Environment & Sustainability team are essential for delivering and achieving our Net Zero ambitions across our portfolio. As a Decarbonisation Manager at Longhurst Group, you will play a pivotal role in driving our efforts to minimise carbon emissions and enhance sustainability across our organisation. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing comprehensive decarbonisation strategies, overseeing retrofit projects, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Further key responsibilities are listed below: Develop and lead the implementation of comprehensive decarbonisation strategies aligned with organisational goals and industry best practices. Be responsible for overseeing all aspects of retrofit projects, from initial assessment and planning to execution and monitoring. Develop and implement a robust energy and environmental strategy for Longhurst Group. Support the Head of Environment and Sustainability to develop and implement a Net Zero Carbon Roadmap. Develop and manage a programme of energy efficiency improvements in our existing assets. Spearhead efforts to identify and secure external funding sources aimed at implementing energy efficiency initiatives throughout our portfolio. Assess and prioritise strategies for carbon emission reduction, encompassing enhancements in energy efficiency, adoption of renewable energy sources, and implementation of carbon offsetting initiatives. Lead the development of an energy management system leading to external certification of ISO 14001:2015. Our Decarbonisation Manager opportunity is a hybrid position, contracted to 36.25 hours per week. To us, this means some time working from home with an expectation of some presence in either our Rushden, Peterborough or Boston office on a weekly basis (we are open to discussion around how this is built into working weeks). A large portion of our Environment & Sustainability team are hybrid workers across our geography too. In order to be successful in application for our Decarbonisation Manager role, you ll need proven experience in developing and implementing decarbonisation strategies in a similar role alongside strong project management skills, with the ability to lead numerous initiatives at the same time. Having a strong understanding of the relevant environmental regulations, standards and reporting requirements is crucial. This is a hugely exiting time to join Longhurst Group not only are we continuously striving to achieve better results for our customers, but the Social Housing sector is at a crucial point with new measures, legislations and standards coming into effect imminently. Our Decarbonisation Manager opportunity will spearhead strategies to advance retrofit and decarbonisation, positioning Longhurst Group as a leader within the sector. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment that values your contributions, along with access to ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring your skills remain at the cutting edge of the industry. What you receive from us A competitive 28-day annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time) Pension Scheme with contributions matched by us up to 8.5% Life Cover of three times your annual salary (as part of pension scheme membership) Membership of our Health Care Cash Plan including Employee Assistance programme and DoctorLine Access to a range of discounts, including Blue Light and B&Q Tradepoint Cards Free access to financial education service, supporting with personalised financial information on a range of topics such as mortgages, retirement planning, pensions, saving and investments, insurance and will writing Free Eye Tests Free flu vaccinations Investment in your personal development through our extensive learning and development opportunities. Professional subscription for membership fees relating to your role, paid for by us Family friendly, carers leave plus other paid leave Long Service Awards Carers Networking Group and resources to support Unpaid Carers How to apply Please click apply now to submit your CV today. In the event of high applicant volumes we reserve the right to close this advert and CV submission window early. We do not require recruitment agency support at this time - all speculative CV s will be treated as a direct application. Vetting Requirements The important things - We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify eligibility to work in the UK at interview. If you are the successful candidate, original proof must then be provided before your first day. Naturally working with our customers, we need to complete pre-employment checks before you join us. This role is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory references (one from your current employer). We also need you to tell us what you have been up to over the past 5 years as a minimum in terms of employment history. This could include carer duties, travel, seeking work, education, employment, training, or volunteering. Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, Longhurst Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We pride ourselves on looking after our colleagues and as part of our commitment we are an Employer for Carers and would welcome your application if you have additional unpaid caring responsibilities. We aspire to have a greater diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Longhurst Group.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Decarbonisation Manager Up to £55,500 per annum Hybrid - Midlands / East of England with travel across our geography as required Permanent, Full Time Are you currently working across retrofit or environmental practices within the housing sector, and looking for an exciting new role within an organisation committed to improving lives? If so, our brand-new Decarbonisation Manager role could be the perfect job for you Longhurst Group is a leading housing Group across the Midlands & East of England, committed to enhancing communities and improving the lives of both our colleagues and customers. With a mission to provide quality, safe, affordable housing that build great foundations for our customers, our Environment & Sustainability team are essential for delivering and achieving our Net Zero ambitions across our portfolio. As a Decarbonisation Manager at Longhurst Group, you will play a pivotal role in driving our efforts to minimise carbon emissions and enhance sustainability across our organisation. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing comprehensive decarbonisation strategies, overseeing retrofit projects, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Further key responsibilities are listed below: Develop and lead the implementation of comprehensive decarbonisation strategies aligned with organisational goals and industry best practices. Be responsible for overseeing all aspects of retrofit projects, from initial assessment and planning to execution and monitoring. Develop and implement a robust energy and environmental strategy for Longhurst Group. Support the Head of Environment and Sustainability to develop and implement a Net Zero Carbon Roadmap. Develop and manage a programme of energy efficiency improvements in our existing assets. Spearhead efforts to identify and secure external funding sources aimed at implementing energy efficiency initiatives throughout our portfolio. Assess and prioritise strategies for carbon emission reduction, encompassing enhancements in energy efficiency, adoption of renewable energy sources, and implementation of carbon offsetting initiatives. Lead the development of an energy management system leading to external certification of ISO 14001:2015. Our Decarbonisation Manager opportunity is a hybrid position, contracted to 36.25 hours per week. To us, this means some time working from home with an expectation of some presence in either our Rushden, Peterborough or Boston office on a weekly basis (we are open to discussion around how this is built into working weeks). A large portion of our Environment & Sustainability team are hybrid workers across our geography too. In order to be successful in application for our Decarbonisation Manager role, you ll need proven experience in developing and implementing decarbonisation strategies in a similar role alongside strong project management skills, with the ability to lead numerous initiatives at the same time. Having a strong understanding of the relevant environmental regulations, standards and reporting requirements is crucial. This is a hugely exiting time to join Longhurst Group not only are we continuously striving to achieve better results for our customers, but the Social Housing sector is at a crucial point with new measures, legislations and standards coming into effect imminently. Our Decarbonisation Manager opportunity will spearhead strategies to advance retrofit and decarbonisation, positioning Longhurst Group as a leader within the sector. We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment that values your contributions, along with access to ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring your skills remain at the cutting edge of the industry. What you receive from us A competitive 28-day annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time) Pension Scheme with contributions matched by us up to 8.5% Life Cover of three times your annual salary (as part of pension scheme membership) Membership of our Health Care Cash Plan including Employee Assistance programme and DoctorLine Access to a range of discounts, including Blue Light and B&Q Tradepoint Cards Free access to financial education service, supporting with personalised financial information on a range of topics such as mortgages, retirement planning, pensions, saving and investments, insurance and will writing Free Eye Tests Free flu vaccinations Investment in your personal development through our extensive learning and development opportunities. Professional subscription for membership fees relating to your role, paid for by us Family friendly, carers leave plus other paid leave Long Service Awards Carers Networking Group and resources to support Unpaid Carers How to apply Please click apply now to submit your CV today. In the event of high applicant volumes we reserve the right to close this advert and CV submission window early. We do not require recruitment agency support at this time - all speculative CV s will be treated as a direct application. Vetting Requirements The important things - We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify eligibility to work in the UK at interview. If you are the successful candidate, original proof must then be provided before your first day. Naturally working with our customers, we need to complete pre-employment checks before you join us. This role is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory references (one from your current employer). We also need you to tell us what you have been up to over the past 5 years as a minimum in terms of employment history. This could include carer duties, travel, seeking work, education, employment, training, or volunteering. Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, Longhurst Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We pride ourselves on looking after our colleagues and as part of our commitment we are an Employer for Carers and would welcome your application if you have additional unpaid caring responsibilities. We aspire to have a greater diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Longhurst Group.
Part time Pensions Administrator - Remote - Must be local to Plymouth area - 16 hours per week Your new company Working for a large schools trust in the Plymouth area. The role is part time 16 hours per week, and this can be worked over 2 days or split throughout the week. They are very flexible. The position is also term time only plus 3 weeks in the summer holidays. Totalling 42 weeks per year. The full time salary is £22,737 - £23,893 Pro rota on the full-time equivalent pay. The role is also remote, but you can go into the school which is based in Plymouth - you must live in travelling distance to Plymouth due to training required for the role. Please do not apply if you do not live in Devon/ Cornwall or Somerset as this is too far distance wise. Your new role To undertake the administration related to all pension schemes operated by the schools trust. Working within the HR and Payroll team to address staff queries and complete monthly administration and returns to the appropriate pension provider. - To provide a pensions administrative service, processing all joiners, leavers, and in-service pension changes for individuals in relation to the different pension schemes operated by the Trust - In conjunction with the HR & Payroll administrator ensure accurate employee pension records on the Payroll system are maintained. Including actioning pension opt-outs, etc - To conduct appropriate pension calculations as and when required, including pension costs, salary re-banding and intra-scheme calculations in accordance with scheme rules. • To calculate and report on Assumed Pensionable Pay in cases of reduced pay maternity and sickness. 6 • Inform pension funds on periods of unpaid leave, maternity leave and strike breaks. - In conjunction with the HR Manager and payroll team, ensure our obligations under pension auto re-enrolment are fully met. - To support the HR, payroll and procurement teams from a pension perspective - Support both scheme members and employers through responding to enquiries and provision of information - To monitor and action emails received in the central pension mailbox. - To provide support to the wider HR and Payroll team as and when required. This may include supporting with monthly payroll checks, supporting with project work and supporting with day to day input in peak periods. What you'll need to succeed - Educated to A level or equivalent (NVQ Level 3) or equivalent. - Experience of working in a pension role/team with a working knowledge of defined benefit schemes. - Excellent organisational and prioritising skills demonstrating the ability to adapt to changing needs and, respond flexibly. - Competent and adaptable in utilising technology to maximise service impact. - Use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook to a competent level. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high quality, accurate and timely documents, reports and communications. - Excellent numerical and analytical skills, including complex calculations. What you'll get in return All school holidays off (except 3 weeks in summer) Pension contribution Remote working Free parking on site if attending school Part-time flexible hours. Other additional benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Part time Pensions Administrator - Remote - Must be local to Plymouth area - 16 hours per week Your new company Working for a large schools trust in the Plymouth area. The role is part time 16 hours per week, and this can be worked over 2 days or split throughout the week. They are very flexible. The position is also term time only plus 3 weeks in the summer holidays. Totalling 42 weeks per year. The full time salary is £22,737 - £23,893 Pro rota on the full-time equivalent pay. The role is also remote, but you can go into the school which is based in Plymouth - you must live in travelling distance to Plymouth due to training required for the role. Please do not apply if you do not live in Devon/ Cornwall or Somerset as this is too far distance wise. Your new role To undertake the administration related to all pension schemes operated by the schools trust. Working within the HR and Payroll team to address staff queries and complete monthly administration and returns to the appropriate pension provider. - To provide a pensions administrative service, processing all joiners, leavers, and in-service pension changes for individuals in relation to the different pension schemes operated by the Trust - In conjunction with the HR & Payroll administrator ensure accurate employee pension records on the Payroll system are maintained. Including actioning pension opt-outs, etc - To conduct appropriate pension calculations as and when required, including pension costs, salary re-banding and intra-scheme calculations in accordance with scheme rules. • To calculate and report on Assumed Pensionable Pay in cases of reduced pay maternity and sickness. 6 • Inform pension funds on periods of unpaid leave, maternity leave and strike breaks. - In conjunction with the HR Manager and payroll team, ensure our obligations under pension auto re-enrolment are fully met. - To support the HR, payroll and procurement teams from a pension perspective - Support both scheme members and employers through responding to enquiries and provision of information - To monitor and action emails received in the central pension mailbox. - To provide support to the wider HR and Payroll team as and when required. This may include supporting with monthly payroll checks, supporting with project work and supporting with day to day input in peak periods. What you'll need to succeed - Educated to A level or equivalent (NVQ Level 3) or equivalent. - Experience of working in a pension role/team with a working knowledge of defined benefit schemes. - Excellent organisational and prioritising skills demonstrating the ability to adapt to changing needs and, respond flexibly. - Competent and adaptable in utilising technology to maximise service impact. - Use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook to a competent level. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high quality, accurate and timely documents, reports and communications. - Excellent numerical and analytical skills, including complex calculations. What you'll get in return All school holidays off (except 3 weeks in summer) Pension contribution Remote working Free parking on site if attending school Part-time flexible hours. Other additional benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
HR Administrator (Temp to Perm) Your new company Working with our client based in a school, you will join the newly established HR team to help build an efficient and effective HR operational service to the wider Education Trust. Your new role This vacancy will support the HR Advisor and HR Manager with administration for a variety of duties as required. Responsibilities include: Recruitment administration : Acting as the main point of contact for recruitment drives; Writing job adverts and liaising with internal stakeholders; Ensuring safe recruitment practices and obtaining pre-employment checks; Maintaining an up-to-date suite of templates, including offer letters and contracts of employment. Training and Qualifications Administration : Update confidential employee records and recognising anomalies; Undertake DBS renewal checks for existing staff and other relevant checks for volunteers and supply staff; Update and apply for employees' work permits; Maintain employee training and CPD records; Organise training/CPD by liaising with internal and external agencies; Managing delegates invitations, booking training rooms, and preparation of documentation. Payroll Administration : Update the payroll portal with changes; Pensions administration of new starters and leavers, opt-ins and opt-outs, monthly data collection and year-end certificates. HR Administration : Record staff absences and respond to absence requests, producing reports and management information; Maintain paper and digital systems to record and report on employment matters; Manage the HR inbox, responding to HR administrative queries; Take minutes during disciplinary, investigation, grievance and other meetings; Assist in the performance appraisal scheme and ensure performance standards are set and met. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have prior HR administrative experience, preferably within education. You will have knowledge of HR systems and Microsoft Office suite applications, as well as good basic knowledge of employment rights and diversity/equality issues within the workplace. It is essential to have good written and verbal communication skills and be self-motivated, organised, and flexible to manage conflicting workload demands with a keen eye for detail. Willingness to study towards CIPD qualifications and a proven commitment to professional development is also desirable. What you'll get in return They offer hybrid working (2:3) with free parking on site. You will also have a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days plus bank holidays. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #
Apr 18, 2024
Seasonal
HR Administrator (Temp to Perm) Your new company Working with our client based in a school, you will join the newly established HR team to help build an efficient and effective HR operational service to the wider Education Trust. Your new role This vacancy will support the HR Advisor and HR Manager with administration for a variety of duties as required. Responsibilities include: Recruitment administration : Acting as the main point of contact for recruitment drives; Writing job adverts and liaising with internal stakeholders; Ensuring safe recruitment practices and obtaining pre-employment checks; Maintaining an up-to-date suite of templates, including offer letters and contracts of employment. Training and Qualifications Administration : Update confidential employee records and recognising anomalies; Undertake DBS renewal checks for existing staff and other relevant checks for volunteers and supply staff; Update and apply for employees' work permits; Maintain employee training and CPD records; Organise training/CPD by liaising with internal and external agencies; Managing delegates invitations, booking training rooms, and preparation of documentation. Payroll Administration : Update the payroll portal with changes; Pensions administration of new starters and leavers, opt-ins and opt-outs, monthly data collection and year-end certificates. HR Administration : Record staff absences and respond to absence requests, producing reports and management information; Maintain paper and digital systems to record and report on employment matters; Manage the HR inbox, responding to HR administrative queries; Take minutes during disciplinary, investigation, grievance and other meetings; Assist in the performance appraisal scheme and ensure performance standards are set and met. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have prior HR administrative experience, preferably within education. You will have knowledge of HR systems and Microsoft Office suite applications, as well as good basic knowledge of employment rights and diversity/equality issues within the workplace. It is essential to have good written and verbal communication skills and be self-motivated, organised, and flexible to manage conflicting workload demands with a keen eye for detail. Willingness to study towards CIPD qualifications and a proven commitment to professional development is also desirable. What you'll get in return They offer hybrid working (2:3) with free parking on site. You will also have a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days plus bank holidays. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. #
PwC's Asset and Wealth Management (AWM) practice is the market leading AWM audit business. Our business is a national practice comprising over 600 staff with a presence in 12 offices across the UK, and comprises both financial audit and non-audit assurance businesses. Working in AWM will provide opportunities to gain experience working across a variety of clients including FTSE listed, global private companies, private partnerships, funds and Private Equity and Venture Capitalist backed companies. You'll work across a wide variety of industry sectors including, Real Estate, Hedge Funds, Pensions, Private Equity, traditional Asset and Wealth management, as well as technology and asset servicing businesses. This breadth of client base gives our people an unmatchable opportunity to gain deep understanding and experience across the whole AWM sector. As a Senior Manager, you'll lead a team of forward-thinking individuals to deliver high quality audits. You'll be responsible, alongside the audit engagement leader, to develop and nurture relationships with our client's senior leaders and work with them to plan the audit process from beginning to end. A rewarding career path awaits - join our team to develop yourself as a strategic leader, benefit from the wide range of development opportunities at PwC alongside contributing to the success of the audit business. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading large multi-location, often international, teams using your people and relationship management skills to deliver high quality audit work from project planning to completion; Developing trusted senior client relationships and demonstrating curiosity that allows you to have insightful conversations and provide appropriate challenge during the Audit; Building connections across teams and specialist areas within PwC to bring insight to the organisations we audit. This includes managing specialist teams supporting the audit, building consensus around conflicting views and making recommendations where appropriate; Leading the delivery of the areas of complex or judgemental audit work, including identifying issues, analysing multiple data points to draw informed conclusions and clearly articulate these conclusions in written and verbal form to senior stakeholders; Ensuring the team's audit documentation meets the highest standards, reviewing financial statements to ensure they comply with relevant requirements; Managing the financial and resource aspects of Audit engagements, demonstrating a commercial approach throughout; Leading internal projects supporting PwC and the lines of service, as well as acting as a role model, mentor and coach for junior staff members in your business unit; Putting the team first by coaching with purpose, being present with the team and openly communicating expectations; and Encouraging an inclusive team environment that promotes innovative thinking, collaboration and constructive challenge - helping people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations. Essential Skills and Experience: Be Chartered Accountant / ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified accountant (or international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience in Audit (including international candidates who technically qualify in their home country by experience); A high level of experience of IFRS and/or UK GAAP and be highly skilled in using international standards on auditing; Highly developed project management skills and a strong track record of managing larger or more complex audits to the highest standard from planning to completion; Has the ability to communicate complex or contentious audit matters clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form to colleagues and senior client stakeholders; Has the ability to offer considered points of view in client conversations around broader industry topics and provide knowledgeable challenge to senior clients in the context of an audit; and Takes pride in their work and in the Audit profession. Shows resilience and demonstrates dedication to self development including being agile and innovative in the digital world
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
PwC's Asset and Wealth Management (AWM) practice is the market leading AWM audit business. Our business is a national practice comprising over 600 staff with a presence in 12 offices across the UK, and comprises both financial audit and non-audit assurance businesses. Working in AWM will provide opportunities to gain experience working across a variety of clients including FTSE listed, global private companies, private partnerships, funds and Private Equity and Venture Capitalist backed companies. You'll work across a wide variety of industry sectors including, Real Estate, Hedge Funds, Pensions, Private Equity, traditional Asset and Wealth management, as well as technology and asset servicing businesses. This breadth of client base gives our people an unmatchable opportunity to gain deep understanding and experience across the whole AWM sector. As a Senior Manager, you'll lead a team of forward-thinking individuals to deliver high quality audits. You'll be responsible, alongside the audit engagement leader, to develop and nurture relationships with our client's senior leaders and work with them to plan the audit process from beginning to end. A rewarding career path awaits - join our team to develop yourself as a strategic leader, benefit from the wide range of development opportunities at PwC alongside contributing to the success of the audit business. The responsibilities include but are not limited to: Leading large multi-location, often international, teams using your people and relationship management skills to deliver high quality audit work from project planning to completion; Developing trusted senior client relationships and demonstrating curiosity that allows you to have insightful conversations and provide appropriate challenge during the Audit; Building connections across teams and specialist areas within PwC to bring insight to the organisations we audit. This includes managing specialist teams supporting the audit, building consensus around conflicting views and making recommendations where appropriate; Leading the delivery of the areas of complex or judgemental audit work, including identifying issues, analysing multiple data points to draw informed conclusions and clearly articulate these conclusions in written and verbal form to senior stakeholders; Ensuring the team's audit documentation meets the highest standards, reviewing financial statements to ensure they comply with relevant requirements; Managing the financial and resource aspects of Audit engagements, demonstrating a commercial approach throughout; Leading internal projects supporting PwC and the lines of service, as well as acting as a role model, mentor and coach for junior staff members in your business unit; Putting the team first by coaching with purpose, being present with the team and openly communicating expectations; and Encouraging an inclusive team environment that promotes innovative thinking, collaboration and constructive challenge - helping people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations. Essential Skills and Experience: Be Chartered Accountant / ACA / ACCA / ICAS qualified accountant (or international equivalent) or have equivalent work experience in Audit (including international candidates who technically qualify in their home country by experience); A high level of experience of IFRS and/or UK GAAP and be highly skilled in using international standards on auditing; Highly developed project management skills and a strong track record of managing larger or more complex audits to the highest standard from planning to completion; Has the ability to communicate complex or contentious audit matters clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form to colleagues and senior client stakeholders; Has the ability to offer considered points of view in client conversations around broader industry topics and provide knowledgeable challenge to senior clients in the context of an audit; and Takes pride in their work and in the Audit profession. Shows resilience and demonstrates dedication to self development including being agile and innovative in the digital world
This is an exciting opportunity to join our HR department. Working alongside the HR & Payroll Teams the role will support both functions and shall be integral to the running and successful delivery of HR requirements. The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills and be able to demonstrate attention to detail in their work and understand how to prioritise the demands of this busy role. It is important that the successful candidate supports an efficient, productive HR & Payroll administration functions, keeping records up to date and ensuring processes are followed. This is a Monday to Friday role to be basedat Norwich office. Key Responsibilities Include: Payroll Tasks (50%) Processing Sickness - Maintain sickness tracker and inform payroll team about sickness deductions Processing Holiday - Maintain holiday calendar import Maintain Shift-Patterns in the HR/Payroll system and process import from ATS Supporting the Payroll & Pensions Manager with other tasks as needed Overtime claims check in line with company policy Processing new starters for Dixstone and Petrodec Process P45 for leavers HR Tasks (50%) Processing new starters Processing leavers Support with management of benefit system and benefit administration Maintaining and updating all HR systems and databases Managing new starter induction Updating organisation charts Maintaining up to date and accurate employee files Dealing with system notifications and other inbox queries Write and send letters as requested Supporting the HR Business Partners with other tasks as needed Credit card statement management Eye care voucher process Logging and authorisation of invoices Conduct exit interviews where required Please note the split of work may be adjusted based on business needs and holiday cover. Key Requirements Include: Qualifications: CIPD qualified (desirable) Experience: Strong administrative and analytical background Previous HR or payroll experience (desired) Experience of working with iTrent (desired) Experience of working with confidential information IT literacy in Microsoft packages, i.e. Word/Excel Query management Prioritisation Personal Attributes: Attention to detail Ability to prioritise & plan workloads Approachability Ability to multi-task Enthusiastic to new challenges Pro-active, self-sufficient achiever Professional, approachable with confidence in abilities Benefits: At Perenco we value and reward our people, offering competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including: Discretionary Bonus Private Medical Insurance Flexible Benefit Allowance Life Assurance Excellent Pension Provision 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flex Days Profit 'Units' Sharing Scheme
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity to join our HR department. Working alongside the HR & Payroll Teams the role will support both functions and shall be integral to the running and successful delivery of HR requirements. The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills and be able to demonstrate attention to detail in their work and understand how to prioritise the demands of this busy role. It is important that the successful candidate supports an efficient, productive HR & Payroll administration functions, keeping records up to date and ensuring processes are followed. This is a Monday to Friday role to be basedat Norwich office. Key Responsibilities Include: Payroll Tasks (50%) Processing Sickness - Maintain sickness tracker and inform payroll team about sickness deductions Processing Holiday - Maintain holiday calendar import Maintain Shift-Patterns in the HR/Payroll system and process import from ATS Supporting the Payroll & Pensions Manager with other tasks as needed Overtime claims check in line with company policy Processing new starters for Dixstone and Petrodec Process P45 for leavers HR Tasks (50%) Processing new starters Processing leavers Support with management of benefit system and benefit administration Maintaining and updating all HR systems and databases Managing new starter induction Updating organisation charts Maintaining up to date and accurate employee files Dealing with system notifications and other inbox queries Write and send letters as requested Supporting the HR Business Partners with other tasks as needed Credit card statement management Eye care voucher process Logging and authorisation of invoices Conduct exit interviews where required Please note the split of work may be adjusted based on business needs and holiday cover. Key Requirements Include: Qualifications: CIPD qualified (desirable) Experience: Strong administrative and analytical background Previous HR or payroll experience (desired) Experience of working with iTrent (desired) Experience of working with confidential information IT literacy in Microsoft packages, i.e. Word/Excel Query management Prioritisation Personal Attributes: Attention to detail Ability to prioritise & plan workloads Approachability Ability to multi-task Enthusiastic to new challenges Pro-active, self-sufficient achiever Professional, approachable with confidence in abilities Benefits: At Perenco we value and reward our people, offering competitive salaries and a wide range of benefits including: Discretionary Bonus Private Medical Insurance Flexible Benefit Allowance Life Assurance Excellent Pension Provision 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flex Days Profit 'Units' Sharing Scheme
The Vacancy Team Manager - (DB Pensions) FSCS Salary: £59,000 Location: Aldgate, London (40%) and homebased Role: This role is responsible for the effective management of teams processing compensation claims across all workstreams. This role is responsible for ensuring the processes and key controls are agreed and adhered to throughout the claims cycle. The role will be responsible for providing technical advice to supplier and other parties claims handling on our behalf ensuring the correct compensation is paid to our customers. The role will be responsible for working with the business and partners to deliver the best outcome for customers . My role: As a Team Manager you will be responsible for: Responsibility for workstream workflow and performance management Responsibility for direct reports - will include performance management (121's, Annual Performance Reviews), development of direct reports Input into resource planning Day to day management of issues and escalations Contribute to the delivery of projects where needed Support Ops Manager in wider strategy delivery Use Management Information to provide team and individual performance updates to stakeholders Gather and document required information to ensure all governance in place Collaboration with the Comms/Digital team to develop customer information to go on digital platforms Represent FSCS with third parties and the regulatory family Manage and facilitate processing of claims within model office and emerging issues Manage the provision of technical support and guidance to team and partners Manage delivery of effective training to team and partners Essential Criteria: You will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, experience, or mastery of: Evidence of liaising with a range of stakeholders across jurisdictions and regulators within the financial sector In depth knowledge of claims handling across different product lines Evidence a high level of authority within claims handling experience Demonstrate a thorough understanding of FSCS Rules and their application to claims Demonstrate a strong level of awareness of current operational procedures across a range of products Demonstrate successful experience of planning and organising Deliver outstanding customer service to our suppliers, stakeholders and customers through interactions with them High level of confidence in making decisions and ensuring the implementation of decision is followed through Share knowledge and experience with others and evidence effective outcomes of this Demonstrate high level of influencing skills to ensure interests of FSCS and the customer are met Ability to manage expectations of senior stakeholders internally and externally Demonstrate a high level of ownership and accountability for own responsibilities Ability to think outside the box and solve complex issues Requires knowledge and understanding of defined benefit/final salary pensions. Preference for a relevant financial services qualification (FPC, DipCII, etc) We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. We offer reasonable adjustments on the job. Benefits: 26 days of annual leave 9%+ pension contributions Private medical and dental insurance 6 months paid maternity/paternity/shared parental leave Cycle to work schemes About Us For the past 21 years, FSCS has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Our strength is in our numbers. Since 2001, we have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years we have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to our customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Our people have worked together to make sure we can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. FSCS is an organisation that makes a difference, and in which our people truly make a difference. We have grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to helping customers during historic events such as the 2008 banking crisis and supporting vulnerable customers during the pandemic. As a result of this success, FSCS has become increasingly respected, insightful, and influential in the regulatory eco-system. It is an exciting time in our journey as we now have an opportunity to play a bigger role in breaking the cycle of rising consumer harm and costs; by being part of a system that is about prevention rather than cure.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
The Vacancy Team Manager - (DB Pensions) FSCS Salary: £59,000 Location: Aldgate, London (40%) and homebased Role: This role is responsible for the effective management of teams processing compensation claims across all workstreams. This role is responsible for ensuring the processes and key controls are agreed and adhered to throughout the claims cycle. The role will be responsible for providing technical advice to supplier and other parties claims handling on our behalf ensuring the correct compensation is paid to our customers. The role will be responsible for working with the business and partners to deliver the best outcome for customers . My role: As a Team Manager you will be responsible for: Responsibility for workstream workflow and performance management Responsibility for direct reports - will include performance management (121's, Annual Performance Reviews), development of direct reports Input into resource planning Day to day management of issues and escalations Contribute to the delivery of projects where needed Support Ops Manager in wider strategy delivery Use Management Information to provide team and individual performance updates to stakeholders Gather and document required information to ensure all governance in place Collaboration with the Comms/Digital team to develop customer information to go on digital platforms Represent FSCS with third parties and the regulatory family Manage and facilitate processing of claims within model office and emerging issues Manage the provision of technical support and guidance to team and partners Manage delivery of effective training to team and partners Essential Criteria: You will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, experience, or mastery of: Evidence of liaising with a range of stakeholders across jurisdictions and regulators within the financial sector In depth knowledge of claims handling across different product lines Evidence a high level of authority within claims handling experience Demonstrate a thorough understanding of FSCS Rules and their application to claims Demonstrate a strong level of awareness of current operational procedures across a range of products Demonstrate successful experience of planning and organising Deliver outstanding customer service to our suppliers, stakeholders and customers through interactions with them High level of confidence in making decisions and ensuring the implementation of decision is followed through Share knowledge and experience with others and evidence effective outcomes of this Demonstrate high level of influencing skills to ensure interests of FSCS and the customer are met Ability to manage expectations of senior stakeholders internally and externally Demonstrate a high level of ownership and accountability for own responsibilities Ability to think outside the box and solve complex issues Requires knowledge and understanding of defined benefit/final salary pensions. Preference for a relevant financial services qualification (FPC, DipCII, etc) We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. We offer reasonable adjustments on the job. Benefits: 26 days of annual leave 9%+ pension contributions Private medical and dental insurance 6 months paid maternity/paternity/shared parental leave Cycle to work schemes About Us For the past 21 years, FSCS has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Our strength is in our numbers. Since 2001, we have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years we have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to our customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Our people have worked together to make sure we can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. FSCS is an organisation that makes a difference, and in which our people truly make a difference. We have grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to helping customers during historic events such as the 2008 banking crisis and supporting vulnerable customers during the pandemic. As a result of this success, FSCS has become increasingly respected, insightful, and influential in the regulatory eco-system. It is an exciting time in our journey as we now have an opportunity to play a bigger role in breaking the cycle of rising consumer harm and costs; by being part of a system that is about prevention rather than cure.
Senior UK Pension and Benefits specialist Leatherhead (3 days onsite) Initial 12 month contract Role responsibilities Supporting the team in its strategic project activity which currently includes the design and delivery of benefits improvements for next year, onboarding an additional company onto Benefits and supporting new companies with aligning their reward packages. Supporting the organizations UK employees with their pensions and benefits: through one-to-one meetings, both face to face and digital, over the phone and via email and Teams. Collaboratively manage the UK benefits team mailbox which is a key gateway for communication with employees, our benefit providers and other internal and external stakeholders. Supporting the UK benefits team in managing and operating benefits This includes: Reviewing data files going into the site from our HR and payroll systems and coming back from the site for loading into our payroll system and going to benefit providers Working with our customer success manager at Benefex to ensure smooth ongoing running of benefits through the platform, resolving issues as they arise. Using the platform software to maintain and improve the content of the site. Preparing benefit communications, using the platform to send them to employees and working with the US benefits team on global communication initiatives. Support the team in managing its monthly operational processes associated with the online benefits system, payroll system and benefit providers, including benefit deduction and pension contribution reconciliations, auto enrolment checks and invoices. This involves working closely with the HR, HR systems, payroll, payroll accounting, IT, accounts payable and finance teams. Work with the HR teams and other corporate functions to meet the needs of the business on pension and benefits as they arise: examples include supporting secondments, overseas assignments and TUPE transfers for particular projects or situations, supporting auditors with corporate accounting disclosures and supporting other companies within the group with benefits arrangements that are managed outside the platform. Skills; Has some experience of administering UK pensions and benefits in-house and ideally some experience of both defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans. Ideally has some wider HR, Reward or Payroll experience. Has strong interpersonal skills and spoken and written communication abilities enabling them to work with and manage multiple stakeholders effectively. Has a strong capability in working with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets including an ability to handle and analyse large volumes of data, and a good working knowledge of all the main Microsoft Office applications. Ideally has some experience of using any of: Workday, SAP, ADP, Dynamics and OneHub. If you are a Pension and Benefits specialist seeking a new opportunity, please apply now. Reference: 72736 Hafsa Akram
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
Senior UK Pension and Benefits specialist Leatherhead (3 days onsite) Initial 12 month contract Role responsibilities Supporting the team in its strategic project activity which currently includes the design and delivery of benefits improvements for next year, onboarding an additional company onto Benefits and supporting new companies with aligning their reward packages. Supporting the organizations UK employees with their pensions and benefits: through one-to-one meetings, both face to face and digital, over the phone and via email and Teams. Collaboratively manage the UK benefits team mailbox which is a key gateway for communication with employees, our benefit providers and other internal and external stakeholders. Supporting the UK benefits team in managing and operating benefits This includes: Reviewing data files going into the site from our HR and payroll systems and coming back from the site for loading into our payroll system and going to benefit providers Working with our customer success manager at Benefex to ensure smooth ongoing running of benefits through the platform, resolving issues as they arise. Using the platform software to maintain and improve the content of the site. Preparing benefit communications, using the platform to send them to employees and working with the US benefits team on global communication initiatives. Support the team in managing its monthly operational processes associated with the online benefits system, payroll system and benefit providers, including benefit deduction and pension contribution reconciliations, auto enrolment checks and invoices. This involves working closely with the HR, HR systems, payroll, payroll accounting, IT, accounts payable and finance teams. Work with the HR teams and other corporate functions to meet the needs of the business on pension and benefits as they arise: examples include supporting secondments, overseas assignments and TUPE transfers for particular projects or situations, supporting auditors with corporate accounting disclosures and supporting other companies within the group with benefits arrangements that are managed outside the platform. Skills; Has some experience of administering UK pensions and benefits in-house and ideally some experience of both defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans. Ideally has some wider HR, Reward or Payroll experience. Has strong interpersonal skills and spoken and written communication abilities enabling them to work with and manage multiple stakeholders effectively. Has a strong capability in working with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets including an ability to handle and analyse large volumes of data, and a good working knowledge of all the main Microsoft Office applications. Ideally has some experience of using any of: Workday, SAP, ADP, Dynamics and OneHub. If you are a Pension and Benefits specialist seeking a new opportunity, please apply now. Reference: 72736 Hafsa Akram
The Vacancy Operations Manager (SIPP and Investment) Salary: £64,000 - £70,000 Location: Aldgate, London (40%) and homebased Role: Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you are responsible for the effective management, motivation and development of Team Managers, within Operations to meet and exceed business objectives and targets. Ensuring Team Managers deliver, through their teams, an outstanding 'Customer Experience' and meet and exceed customer satisfaction targets, delivering operational excellence at all Customer touch points, high employee engagement and continuous service improvement is achieved. Must work closely with Partners to assist them in achieving their goals. Over time the role may encompass either technical claims or complaints management. My role: As an Operations Manager you will be responsible for: Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in ensuring that customer experience and service is delivered consistently across all product types. Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in maintaining Claims Policies and ensuring claims are delivered in line with these policies. Ensure risk and controls are managed effectively across all products, control testing is effective and remediation actions implemented to agreed deadlines. Lead Team Managers, within Operations, optimising the development of the team managers and their teams Develop a communication and engagement model to ensure teams are informed and understand their contribution to the business Motivate and effectively performance manage team to ensure delivery of overall targets and business plan. Deliver targeted results from an Operational team, covering People, Customer, Business and Financial metrics Ensure risk and compliance measures are adhered to at all times. Ensure the continuous identification and implementation of operational best practice through interaction with the wider team. Identify further opportunities for services and process improvements and lead the implementation demonstrating achievement of results. Analyse data on performance and use to motivate and develop team and identify and remedy operational issues, Prepare reports to senior management highlighting opportunities, issues and recommendations Effectively manage key stakeholders, presenting key performance achievements and strategic goals aligned to wider Scheme Deliver Exec updates and Board papers as and when required Manage and develop operational relationships by conducting review meetings and creating strong liaison with the Partners and the wider Service Delivery Team. Essential Criteria: You will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, experience, or mastery of: Experience of successfully managing Team Managers across operational teams. Requires knowledge and understanding of regulated investments and pensions Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines. Commercially astute and effective stakeholder management. Leadership skills and management experience. Experience in preparing and delivery reports highlighting options and recommendations. Strong relationship & stakeholder management skills. Proactive, high levels of initiative and the confidence to act. Experience of managing within an Outsourcing or contact centre operation. Strong commercial and budgetary understanding. Hold an appropriate financial services qualification such as FPC, Dip CII, DipFA or equivalent We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If there are additional options you'd like to request, please contact name . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job. Benefits: We offer 26 days of annual leave 9%+ pension contributions Private medical and dental insurance 6 months paid maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. About Us For the past 21 years, FSCS has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Our strength is in our numbers. Since 2001, we have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years we have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to our customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Our people have worked together to make sure we can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. FSCS is an organisation that makes a difference, and in which our people truly make a difference. We have grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to helping customers during historic events such as the 2008 banking crisis and supporting vulnerable customers during the pandemic. As a result of this success, FSCS has become increasingly respected, insightful, and influential in the regulatory eco-system. It is an exciting time in our journey as we now have an opportunity to play a bigger role in breaking the cycle of rising consumer harm and costs; by being part of a system that is about prevention rather than cure.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
The Vacancy Operations Manager (SIPP and Investment) Salary: £64,000 - £70,000 Location: Aldgate, London (40%) and homebased Role: Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you are responsible for the effective management, motivation and development of Team Managers, within Operations to meet and exceed business objectives and targets. Ensuring Team Managers deliver, through their teams, an outstanding 'Customer Experience' and meet and exceed customer satisfaction targets, delivering operational excellence at all Customer touch points, high employee engagement and continuous service improvement is achieved. Must work closely with Partners to assist them in achieving their goals. Over time the role may encompass either technical claims or complaints management. My role: As an Operations Manager you will be responsible for: Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in ensuring that customer experience and service is delivered consistently across all product types. Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in maintaining Claims Policies and ensuring claims are delivered in line with these policies. Ensure risk and controls are managed effectively across all products, control testing is effective and remediation actions implemented to agreed deadlines. Lead Team Managers, within Operations, optimising the development of the team managers and their teams Develop a communication and engagement model to ensure teams are informed and understand their contribution to the business Motivate and effectively performance manage team to ensure delivery of overall targets and business plan. Deliver targeted results from an Operational team, covering People, Customer, Business and Financial metrics Ensure risk and compliance measures are adhered to at all times. Ensure the continuous identification and implementation of operational best practice through interaction with the wider team. Identify further opportunities for services and process improvements and lead the implementation demonstrating achievement of results. Analyse data on performance and use to motivate and develop team and identify and remedy operational issues, Prepare reports to senior management highlighting opportunities, issues and recommendations Effectively manage key stakeholders, presenting key performance achievements and strategic goals aligned to wider Scheme Deliver Exec updates and Board papers as and when required Manage and develop operational relationships by conducting review meetings and creating strong liaison with the Partners and the wider Service Delivery Team. Essential Criteria: You will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, experience, or mastery of: Experience of successfully managing Team Managers across operational teams. Requires knowledge and understanding of regulated investments and pensions Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines. Commercially astute and effective stakeholder management. Leadership skills and management experience. Experience in preparing and delivery reports highlighting options and recommendations. Strong relationship & stakeholder management skills. Proactive, high levels of initiative and the confidence to act. Experience of managing within an Outsourcing or contact centre operation. Strong commercial and budgetary understanding. Hold an appropriate financial services qualification such as FPC, Dip CII, DipFA or equivalent We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If there are additional options you'd like to request, please contact name . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job. Benefits: We offer 26 days of annual leave 9%+ pension contributions Private medical and dental insurance 6 months paid maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. About Us For the past 21 years, FSCS has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Our strength is in our numbers. Since 2001, we have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years we have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to our customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Our people have worked together to make sure we can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. FSCS is an organisation that makes a difference, and in which our people truly make a difference. We have grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to helping customers during historic events such as the 2008 banking crisis and supporting vulnerable customers during the pandemic. As a result of this success, FSCS has become increasingly respected, insightful, and influential in the regulatory eco-system. It is an exciting time in our journey as we now have an opportunity to play a bigger role in breaking the cycle of rising consumer harm and costs; by being part of a system that is about prevention rather than cure.
The Vacancy Operations Manager (DB Pensions) Salary: £64,000 - £70,000 Location: Aldgate, London (40%) and homebased Role: Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you are responsible for the effective management, motivation and development of Team Managers, within Operations to meet and exceed business objectives and targets. Ensuring Team Managers deliver, through their teams, an outstanding 'Customer Experience' and meet and exceed customer satisfaction targets, delivering operational excellence at all Customer touch points, high employee engagement and continuous service improvement is achieved. Must work closely with Partners to assist them in achieving their goals. Over time the role may encompass either technical claims or complaints management. My role: As an Operations Manager you will be responsible for: Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in ensuring that customer experience and service is delivered consistently across all product types. Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in maintaining Claims Policies and ensuring claims are delivered in line with these policies. Ensure risk and controls are managed effectively across all products, control testing is effective and remediation actions implemented to agreed deadlines. Lead Team Managers, within Operations, optimising the development of the team managers and their teams Develop a communication and engagement model to ensure teams are informed and understand their contribution to the business Motivate and effectively performance manage team to ensure delivery of overall targets and business plan. Deliver targeted results from an Operational team, covering People, Customer, Business and Financial metrics Ensure risk and compliance measures are adhered to at all times. Ensure the continuous identification and implementation of operational best practice through interaction with the wider team. Identify further opportunities for services and process improvements and lead the implementation demonstrating achievement of results. Analyse data on performance and use to motivate and develop team and identify and remedy operational issues, Prepare reports to senior management highlighting opportunities, issues and recommendations Effectively manage key stakeholders, presenting key performance achievements and strategic goals aligned to wider Scheme Deliver Exec updates and Board papers as and when required Manage and develop operational relationships by conducting review meetings and creating strong liaison with the Partners and the wider Service Delivery Team. Essential Criteria: You will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, experience, or mastery of: Experience of successfully managing Team Managers across operational teams. Requires knowledge and understanding of defined benefit and final salary pensions Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines. Commercially astute and effective stakeholder management. Leadership skills and management experience. Experience in preparing and delivery reports highlighting options and recommendations. Strong relationship & stakeholder management skills. Proactive, high levels of initiative and the confidence to act. Experience of managing within an Outsourcing or contact centre operation. Strong commercial and budgetary understanding. Hold an appropriate financial services qualification such as FPC, Dip CII, DipFA or equivalent We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If there are additional options you'd like to request, please contact name . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job. Benefits: We offer 26 days of annual leave 9%+ pension contributions Private medical and dental insurance 6 months paid maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. About Us For the past 21 years, FSCS has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Our strength is in our numbers. Since 2001, we have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years we have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to our customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Our people have worked together to make sure we can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. FSCS is an organisation that makes a difference, and in which our people truly make a difference. We have grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to helping customers during historic events such as the 2008 banking crisis and supporting vulnerable customers during the pandemic. As a result of this success, FSCS has become increasingly respected, insightful, and influential in the regulatory eco-system. It is an exciting time in our journey as we now have an opportunity to play a bigger role in breaking the cycle of rising consumer harm and costs; by being part of a system that is about prevention rather than cure.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
The Vacancy Operations Manager (DB Pensions) Salary: £64,000 - £70,000 Location: Aldgate, London (40%) and homebased Role: Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you are responsible for the effective management, motivation and development of Team Managers, within Operations to meet and exceed business objectives and targets. Ensuring Team Managers deliver, through their teams, an outstanding 'Customer Experience' and meet and exceed customer satisfaction targets, delivering operational excellence at all Customer touch points, high employee engagement and continuous service improvement is achieved. Must work closely with Partners to assist them in achieving their goals. Over time the role may encompass either technical claims or complaints management. My role: As an Operations Manager you will be responsible for: Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in ensuring that customer experience and service is delivered consistently across all product types. Supporting the Senior Operations Manager in maintaining Claims Policies and ensuring claims are delivered in line with these policies. Ensure risk and controls are managed effectively across all products, control testing is effective and remediation actions implemented to agreed deadlines. Lead Team Managers, within Operations, optimising the development of the team managers and their teams Develop a communication and engagement model to ensure teams are informed and understand their contribution to the business Motivate and effectively performance manage team to ensure delivery of overall targets and business plan. Deliver targeted results from an Operational team, covering People, Customer, Business and Financial metrics Ensure risk and compliance measures are adhered to at all times. Ensure the continuous identification and implementation of operational best practice through interaction with the wider team. Identify further opportunities for services and process improvements and lead the implementation demonstrating achievement of results. Analyse data on performance and use to motivate and develop team and identify and remedy operational issues, Prepare reports to senior management highlighting opportunities, issues and recommendations Effectively manage key stakeholders, presenting key performance achievements and strategic goals aligned to wider Scheme Deliver Exec updates and Board papers as and when required Manage and develop operational relationships by conducting review meetings and creating strong liaison with the Partners and the wider Service Delivery Team. Essential Criteria: You will be able to demonstrate the knowledge, experience, or mastery of: Experience of successfully managing Team Managers across operational teams. Requires knowledge and understanding of defined benefit and final salary pensions Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines. Commercially astute and effective stakeholder management. Leadership skills and management experience. Experience in preparing and delivery reports highlighting options and recommendations. Strong relationship & stakeholder management skills. Proactive, high levels of initiative and the confidence to act. Experience of managing within an Outsourcing or contact centre operation. Strong commercial and budgetary understanding. Hold an appropriate financial services qualification such as FPC, Dip CII, DipFA or equivalent We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If there are additional options you'd like to request, please contact name . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job. Benefits: We offer 26 days of annual leave 9%+ pension contributions Private medical and dental insurance 6 months paid maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. About Us For the past 21 years, FSCS has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Our strength is in our numbers. Since 2001, we have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years we have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to our customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Our people have worked together to make sure we can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. FSCS is an organisation that makes a difference, and in which our people truly make a difference. We have grown from modest beginnings in 2001 to helping customers during historic events such as the 2008 banking crisis and supporting vulnerable customers during the pandemic. As a result of this success, FSCS has become increasingly respected, insightful, and influential in the regulatory eco-system. It is an exciting time in our journey as we now have an opportunity to play a bigger role in breaking the cycle of rising consumer harm and costs; by being part of a system that is about prevention rather than cure.
Trainee Benefits Technician Type of contract: Permanent. Full time. 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Hybrid/London EC2R 7AF, with up to 3 days working from home post probation. Salary: £24,000 a year. Offer up to £26,000 a year only to an exceptional candidate with the relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. About the role This role supports the benefits administration service and works closely with the Senior Technicians and Technicians to facilitate the smooth running of the team. It is a learning and development opportunity, offering a first step to commencing a career in a financial environment. You will be responsible for: • Administering the Scheme s benefits in accordance with Scheme Rules and the agreed processes and methods, seeking guidance where required. • Indexing incoming correspondence accurately and promptly. Understanding of cradle-to-grave pensions administration is necessary for this. • Administering casework in accordance with client service agreements and deadlines, ensuring accuracy and quality in all work activity, identifying, and raising with the Assistant Administration Manager, any areas of risk in the administration. • Operating best practice and ensuring processes are documented and followed and constantly reviewing work processes with a view to identifying and raising with the Assistant Administration Manager, those which could be cost effectively and efficiently improved. • Ensuring that service standards are met and reporting any service failures to the Assistant Administration Manager • Liaising with employers and members as required and dealing with provision of advice about Scheme benefits to employers, members and other schemes. • Undertaking any other ad hoc tasks that may be required as part of the benefits administration. To be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate: • Education to secondary level including a minimum of grade C in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience. • Administration experience • Customer service experience • Accuracy and ability to follow instructions • Computer literacy • Good written and oral communication skills Other desirable knowledge/experience • Knowledge of The Pension Regulator • Knowledge of Pensions Systems What benefits you will get from us • Hybrid working (after completion of probation period) • Flexi time with the ability to generate additional leave • 26 days holiday entitlement, including Christmas closure • Best-in-class pension scheme. A generous employer contribution to your pension, and life insurance while you re paying in • Getting to work schemes • Private Medical Insurance • Social activities during the year If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today! About us SAUL Trustee Company is a great place to work, whether you re a pensions specialist, an HR professional or an IT whizz, we might be the next step in your career. We re a Hybrid scheme and having recently become a Master Trust. We re the Trustee and administrator of a multi-employer pension scheme, looking after the pensions of more than 80,000 members and approximately £3.1bn in assets invested across multiple strategies. The success of the investment strategy is key to maintaining the sustainability and affordability of the Scheme. SAUL Trustee Company (STC) is ranked the 23rd Best Company to work for in the UK in 2023 and we have retained our two-star accreditation as an outstanding place to work. At STC, we are responsible for: • collecting the money members and employers pay into SAUL • managing where that money is invested • making sure we pay the right pension to the right person at the right time.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Trainee Benefits Technician Type of contract: Permanent. Full time. 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Location: Hybrid/London EC2R 7AF, with up to 3 days working from home post probation. Salary: £24,000 a year. Offer up to £26,000 a year only to an exceptional candidate with the relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. About the role This role supports the benefits administration service and works closely with the Senior Technicians and Technicians to facilitate the smooth running of the team. It is a learning and development opportunity, offering a first step to commencing a career in a financial environment. You will be responsible for: • Administering the Scheme s benefits in accordance with Scheme Rules and the agreed processes and methods, seeking guidance where required. • Indexing incoming correspondence accurately and promptly. Understanding of cradle-to-grave pensions administration is necessary for this. • Administering casework in accordance with client service agreements and deadlines, ensuring accuracy and quality in all work activity, identifying, and raising with the Assistant Administration Manager, any areas of risk in the administration. • Operating best practice and ensuring processes are documented and followed and constantly reviewing work processes with a view to identifying and raising with the Assistant Administration Manager, those which could be cost effectively and efficiently improved. • Ensuring that service standards are met and reporting any service failures to the Assistant Administration Manager • Liaising with employers and members as required and dealing with provision of advice about Scheme benefits to employers, members and other schemes. • Undertaking any other ad hoc tasks that may be required as part of the benefits administration. To be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate: • Education to secondary level including a minimum of grade C in Maths and English GCSE or equivalent qualification or equivalent experience. • Administration experience • Customer service experience • Accuracy and ability to follow instructions • Computer literacy • Good written and oral communication skills Other desirable knowledge/experience • Knowledge of The Pension Regulator • Knowledge of Pensions Systems What benefits you will get from us • Hybrid working (after completion of probation period) • Flexi time with the ability to generate additional leave • 26 days holiday entitlement, including Christmas closure • Best-in-class pension scheme. A generous employer contribution to your pension, and life insurance while you re paying in • Getting to work schemes • Private Medical Insurance • Social activities during the year If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today! About us SAUL Trustee Company is a great place to work, whether you re a pensions specialist, an HR professional or an IT whizz, we might be the next step in your career. We re a Hybrid scheme and having recently become a Master Trust. We re the Trustee and administrator of a multi-employer pension scheme, looking after the pensions of more than 80,000 members and approximately £3.1bn in assets invested across multiple strategies. The success of the investment strategy is key to maintaining the sustainability and affordability of the Scheme. SAUL Trustee Company (STC) is ranked the 23rd Best Company to work for in the UK in 2023 and we have retained our two-star accreditation as an outstanding place to work. At STC, we are responsible for: • collecting the money members and employers pay into SAUL • managing where that money is invested • making sure we pay the right pension to the right person at the right time.
Come and join our vibrant team in Caversham as a Full-time Admin Officer working 37 hours per week. The role is Permanent, working all year round. Are you an adaptable and enthusiastic individual with proven administrative experience? Are you an organised and detail-oriented individual with a passion for supporting educational environments? As the Admin Officer, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our team with general clerical and administrative tasks, including assisting the School Business Manager with financial administration and day to day operations of the Nursery School. While prior experience in a school environment is beneficial, it's not essential as full training will be provided. What's important is your excellent ICT skills and ability to multitask effectively in a bustling office setting. Caversham Nursery School is a purpose built Nursery with onsite children s centre, it includes day-care for children aged 3 months - 5 years and is open 51 weeks throughout the year. Caversham Nursery School is a proud member of the REYS (Reading Early Years Schools) Federation, which encompasses Caversham Nursery School , Blagdon Nursery School , and New Bridge Nursery School , all located in Reading. In return, we offer a range of exciting benefits: - Development opportunities within our Federation of 3 exceptional Nursery Schools - Training and continuous professional development - A supportive and dedicated staff team committed to achieving the best outcomes for our children - Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with Berkshire Pensions - Generous holiday allowance starting with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - Discounted childcare scheme - Free social events twice a year - Cycle to work scheme To apply, please contact us for an application pack by emailing or calling (phone number removed) or visit the Nursery School website. Closing Date: Applications will be considered upon receipt. Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms for Equal Opportunities purposes. Our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount. Therefore, successful applicants will undergo satisfactory background checks, references, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Come and join our vibrant team in Caversham as a Full-time Admin Officer working 37 hours per week. The role is Permanent, working all year round. Are you an adaptable and enthusiastic individual with proven administrative experience? Are you an organised and detail-oriented individual with a passion for supporting educational environments? As the Admin Officer, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our team with general clerical and administrative tasks, including assisting the School Business Manager with financial administration and day to day operations of the Nursery School. While prior experience in a school environment is beneficial, it's not essential as full training will be provided. What's important is your excellent ICT skills and ability to multitask effectively in a bustling office setting. Caversham Nursery School is a purpose built Nursery with onsite children s centre, it includes day-care for children aged 3 months - 5 years and is open 51 weeks throughout the year. Caversham Nursery School is a proud member of the REYS (Reading Early Years Schools) Federation, which encompasses Caversham Nursery School , Blagdon Nursery School , and New Bridge Nursery School , all located in Reading. In return, we offer a range of exciting benefits: - Development opportunities within our Federation of 3 exceptional Nursery Schools - Training and continuous professional development - A supportive and dedicated staff team committed to achieving the best outcomes for our children - Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with Berkshire Pensions - Generous holiday allowance starting with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - Discounted childcare scheme - Free social events twice a year - Cycle to work scheme To apply, please contact us for an application pack by emailing or calling (phone number removed) or visit the Nursery School website. Closing Date: Applications will be considered upon receipt. Interview Date: To be confirmed Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms for Equal Opportunities purposes. Our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount. Therefore, successful applicants will undergo satisfactory background checks, references, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Governance and Compliance Manager Vacancy Salary Up to £50,000 per annum Vacancy Location Hybrid - Midlands / East of England with travel across our geography as required Permanent, Full Time Are you an experienced Governance professional looking for an exciting new role within an organisation committed to improving lives? Are you passionate about all things governance and compliance? If so, our Governance and Compliance Manager role could be the perfect job for you Longhurst Group is a leading housing Group across the Midlands & East of England, committed to enhancing communities and improving the lives of both our colleagues and customers. With a mission to provide quality, safe, affordable housing that builds great foundations for our customers, our Governance and Compliance team are critical to ensuring we re on the right path and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements. They also play a vital role in ensuring the organisation is well governed through a highly effective Board and robust governance arrangements. As we face significant regulatory change within the Social Housing sector, we are seeking a dynamic, thorough and strategic-minded Governance and Compliance Manager to support this work. Leading a team of 5, as Governance and Compliance Manager you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our governance and compliance frameworks. You will work alongside the Director of Governance and Compliance to deliver a first class company secretariat service, providing advice and guidance to the Board and Senior Teams on all regulatory matters. You will be key to ensuring our Boards and Committees are effectively serviced through excellent Board administration and support. This is a hugely exciting time to join Longhurst Group not only are we continuously striving to achieve better results for our customers, but the Social Housing sector is at a crucial point with new measures, legislations and standards coming into effect imminently. This opportunity gives you the chance to ensure continued compliance across the Group whilst helping to shape the future direction of the governance and compliance function. The role is a hybrid position, contracted to 36.25 hours per week. To us, this means some time working from home with an expectation of some presence in either our Rushden, Peterborough or Boston office on a weekly basis (we are open to discussion around how this is built into working weeks). A large portion of our Governance and Compliance team are hybrid workers across our geography too. In order to be successful in this role, you will require significant experience of working in a regulated environment, be a confident communicator working up to Board level and ideally have knowledge of the Social Housing sector. Our Governance and Compliance Manager opportunity would be ideal for a governance or compliance professional wishing to expand or bring their knowledge to a large, complex and rewarding organisation. We welcome candidates to get in touch for a confidential discussion to find out more or apply for consideration below. What you receive from us A competitive 28-day annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays Pension Scheme with contributions matched by us up to 6.65% Life Cover of three times your annual salary (as part of pension scheme membership) Membership of our Health Care Cash Plan including Employee Assistance programme and DoctorLine Access to a range of discounts, including Blue Light and B&Q Tradepoint Cards Free access to financial education service, supporting with personalised financial information on a range of topics such as mortgages, retirement planning, pensions, saving and investments, insurance and will writing Free Eye Tests Free flu vaccinations Investment in your personal development through our extensive learning and development opportunities. Professional subscription for membership fees relating to your role, paid for by us Family friendly, carers leave plus other paid leave Long Service Awards Carers Networking Group and resources to support Unpaid Carers How to apply Please click apply now to submit your CV today. In the event of high applicant volumes we reserve the right to close this advert and CV submission window early. We do not require recruitment agency support at this time - all speculative CV s will be treated as a direct application. Vetting Requirements The important things - We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify eligibility to work in the UK at interview. If you are the successful candidate, original proof must then be provided before your first day. Naturally working with our customers, we need to complete pre-employment checks before you join us. This role is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory references (one from your current employer). We also need you to tell us what you have been up to over the past 5 years as a minimum in terms of employment history. This could include carer duties, travel, seeking work, education, employment, training, or volunteering. Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, Longhurst Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We pride ourselves on looking after our colleagues and as part of our commitment we are an Employer for Carers and would welcome your application if you have additional unpaid caring responsibilities. We aspire to have a greater diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Longhurst Group.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
Governance and Compliance Manager Vacancy Salary Up to £50,000 per annum Vacancy Location Hybrid - Midlands / East of England with travel across our geography as required Permanent, Full Time Are you an experienced Governance professional looking for an exciting new role within an organisation committed to improving lives? Are you passionate about all things governance and compliance? If so, our Governance and Compliance Manager role could be the perfect job for you Longhurst Group is a leading housing Group across the Midlands & East of England, committed to enhancing communities and improving the lives of both our colleagues and customers. With a mission to provide quality, safe, affordable housing that builds great foundations for our customers, our Governance and Compliance team are critical to ensuring we re on the right path and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements. They also play a vital role in ensuring the organisation is well governed through a highly effective Board and robust governance arrangements. As we face significant regulatory change within the Social Housing sector, we are seeking a dynamic, thorough and strategic-minded Governance and Compliance Manager to support this work. Leading a team of 5, as Governance and Compliance Manager you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of our governance and compliance frameworks. You will work alongside the Director of Governance and Compliance to deliver a first class company secretariat service, providing advice and guidance to the Board and Senior Teams on all regulatory matters. You will be key to ensuring our Boards and Committees are effectively serviced through excellent Board administration and support. This is a hugely exciting time to join Longhurst Group not only are we continuously striving to achieve better results for our customers, but the Social Housing sector is at a crucial point with new measures, legislations and standards coming into effect imminently. This opportunity gives you the chance to ensure continued compliance across the Group whilst helping to shape the future direction of the governance and compliance function. The role is a hybrid position, contracted to 36.25 hours per week. To us, this means some time working from home with an expectation of some presence in either our Rushden, Peterborough or Boston office on a weekly basis (we are open to discussion around how this is built into working weeks). A large portion of our Governance and Compliance team are hybrid workers across our geography too. In order to be successful in this role, you will require significant experience of working in a regulated environment, be a confident communicator working up to Board level and ideally have knowledge of the Social Housing sector. Our Governance and Compliance Manager opportunity would be ideal for a governance or compliance professional wishing to expand or bring their knowledge to a large, complex and rewarding organisation. We welcome candidates to get in touch for a confidential discussion to find out more or apply for consideration below. What you receive from us A competitive 28-day annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays Pension Scheme with contributions matched by us up to 6.65% Life Cover of three times your annual salary (as part of pension scheme membership) Membership of our Health Care Cash Plan including Employee Assistance programme and DoctorLine Access to a range of discounts, including Blue Light and B&Q Tradepoint Cards Free access to financial education service, supporting with personalised financial information on a range of topics such as mortgages, retirement planning, pensions, saving and investments, insurance and will writing Free Eye Tests Free flu vaccinations Investment in your personal development through our extensive learning and development opportunities. Professional subscription for membership fees relating to your role, paid for by us Family friendly, carers leave plus other paid leave Long Service Awards Carers Networking Group and resources to support Unpaid Carers How to apply Please click apply now to submit your CV today. In the event of high applicant volumes we reserve the right to close this advert and CV submission window early. We do not require recruitment agency support at this time - all speculative CV s will be treated as a direct application. Vetting Requirements The important things - We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to live and work in the UK. All shortlisted candidates will need to verify eligibility to work in the UK at interview. If you are the successful candidate, original proof must then be provided before your first day. Naturally working with our customers, we need to complete pre-employment checks before you join us. This role is conditional upon receipt of two satisfactory references (one from your current employer). We also need you to tell us what you have been up to over the past 5 years as a minimum in terms of employment history. This could include carer duties, travel, seeking work, education, employment, training, or volunteering. Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, Longhurst Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We pride ourselves on looking after our colleagues and as part of our commitment we are an Employer for Carers and would welcome your application if you have additional unpaid caring responsibilities. We aspire to have a greater diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Longhurst Group.