SSAS pension administrator

Looking for your next challenge in pension administration?

Recruit UK is working with a well-established wealth management company in North London, and they are looking for a pension administrator to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented pensions professional to manage the day-to-day administration of a portfolio of SSAS pension schemes while working closely with clients and advisers.

Benefits:

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• Competitive salary package.
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• Hybrid working
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• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
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• Income Protection Cover
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• Death-in-Service Cover
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• Health Shield Cash Plan.
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• Employee Discounts.
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• Discounted Health Tests.
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Responsibilities include:

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• Managing the day-to-day administration of Small Self-Administered Schemes (SSAS)
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• Processing new scheme applications, transfers, and takeovers
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• Liaising with clients, advisers, solicitors, accountants and third-party providers to support a smooth client experience.
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• Maintaining accurate scheme records and updating pension administration systems.
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• Supporting pension benefit crystallizations, including processing tax-free cash and income payments.
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• Administering SSAS bank accounts, payment instructions and invoicing.
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• Assisting with property purchases, transfers and commercial property transactions held within SSAS arrangements.
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• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and contribute to the efficient running of the SSAS administration function.
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Skills required:

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• Previous experience in SSAS or pension administration (essential).
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• Experience managing multiple cases and meeting regulatory deadlines.
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• Confidently using Microsoft Office
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• Experience with Xplan (desired)
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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• Knowledge of pension transfers, benefit crystallizations, property transactions, VAT, and pension scheme accounts (desired)
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If you’re interested in finding out more, please apply today!