Pensions Lead

Leeds Permanent £38,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
Are you an experienced payroll and pensions professional ready to step into a leadership role?
  • A market leading company offering responsibility and progression
  • Join a talented team to learn and grow within your career!

About Our Client

We are recruiting for a Lead Pensions Administrator to join a well-established, dynamic business based in Leeds City Centre. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the pensions and payroll team while enjoying flexible hybrid working (typically 2 days per week in the office).

Job Description

Pensions Lead - The Role:



  • Oversee and manage all aspects of pensions administration and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.


  • Handle end-to-end payroll processing, including manual calculations (critical for complex cases such as back-pay, deductions, or adjustments).


  • Act as the subject matter expert on pensions and payroll queries, providing advice and support to employees and senior management.


  • Review and manage pension scheme administration, ensuring accurate contributions, reconciliations, and reporting.


  • Support, coach, and oversee a small team, offering leadership and guidance to ensure efficient day-to-day operations.


  • Liaise with external providers, HMRC, and other stakeholders as required.


  • Drive improvements and efficiencies across payroll and pensions processes.

The Successful Applicant

Pensions Lead - What We're Looking For:



  • Proven experience in end-to-end payroll, including manual calculations (essential).


  • Solid understanding of pensions administration processes and compliance.


  • Strong attention to detail with excellent numerical and analytical skills.


  • Experience in mentoring or overseeing team members, with a collaborative leadership style.


  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and contribute to wider HR and finance initiatives.


  • Strong working knowledge of payroll and pensions systems and Microsoft Office.

What's on Offer

Pensions Lead - What's on Offer:



  • Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience.


  • Flexible hybrid working - typically 2 days in the Leeds City Centre office.


  • A friendly, supportive team environment with real opportunities for progression.


  • Competitive benefits package including pension, holidays, healthcare, and more.
Contact
Joshua Mekkaoui
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6728184
Phone number
+441132423530

Job summary

Job function
Business Support
Subsector
Administrator
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leeds
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Joshua Mekkaoui
Consultant phone
+441132423530
Job reference
JN-042025-6728184