Our client is a leading innovative European University. It is proud to be one of the world's leading Young Universities and is among the world's top 2% globally. Reporting to the Pensions Manager, this role is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of a professional HR Pension service to current scheme members, former members, and retired scheme members.
Qualifications and ExperienceSupporting all aspects of the day-to-day operation and administration of the Superannuation Scheme, the Single Public Service Pension Scheme, the Colleges of Education Pension Scheme, and Commercial Ltd Pension Scheme to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
Working with the Pensions Team, the post holder will be responsible for administering the superannuation/pension schemes including:
Assessment of new employee/returning employee data to ensure complianceManagement of day-to-day queries via a central email systemFamily Law benefits and requirementsNotional Service Schemes - Transferring previous benefits/reckoning previous service etc.Administration of Annual Pensions Declaration formsAdministration of ongoing requirements of the Public Service Single Pension SchemeResponsibility for organisation of retirement functions, annual retiree luncheon, and other related eventsSupporting the development of appropriate systems and procedures to ensure complianceReviewing systems, policies, and procedures on an ongoing basis to deliver a quality pensions serviceBuilding and maintaining relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including scheme membersParticipating in committees and pensions forums as appropriateSupporting the ongoing development and implementation of the CORE Pensions moduleCreating and maintaining databases and filing systems as appropriateAssisting with the compilation of all reporting requirements including FRS102, HEA quarterly reports, internal and external audits (including the CA&G), and responding to Government requestsAny other activities that may be required from time to time in relation to supporting the administration of the University's superannuation/pension schemesIdeal CandidateStrong IT skills with a high level of competency in MS Office applications e.g. Word and Excel. Experience of HR/Payroll systems would be an advantageExcellent attention to accuracy and detail combined with an ability to communicate pension information conciselyStrong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the capability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlinesAn ability to deal with and resolve problems and escalate as appropriateExcellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationshipsStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenAbility to work independently, proactively, and flexiblyAbility to deal with confidential and sensitive informationRequirementsThe successful candidate will have their Leaving Certificate and a minimum of 5 years in an administrative role, ideally with at least two of those in pension administration.
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