Job Description

Vacancy type

Current vacancies

Profession

Human Resources

Location

Manchester

Description

Full time, permanent contract

ABOUT THE ROLE

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We are seeking to appoint a Group Benefits Administrator to support the HR team in executing the day-to-day duties of the function. The role is part of our HR team based in Manchester city centre. Your key duties will include:


Administration of employee benefits including liaising with suppliers, updating internal systems, and dealing with employee queries. Administration of Pension schemes across the BDP Group, including the automatic enrolment. Assisting with research and implementation of changes to any benefits offered by BDP Group Companies. Assistance with BDP Group insurance renewals (i.e. Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Life Insurance and Prolonged Disability Insurance) Administration of Expression of Wish Forms Making the appropriate checks for new joiners going into the benefit schemes, including ongoing National Minimum Wage checks. Payroll benefits tracking - monthly reports and selections and sending finalised figures to Payroll team. Carrying out audit checks on all changes made to the HR/Payroll system ensuring accurate records for both payroll and job costing information. Maintenance of the Employee Benefits platform (Flexsme) and managing the BDP Benefits inbox. Other ad hoc administration task as requested.

About us


BDP is a leading, global, multidisciplinary design practice united by a shared purpose: to design a world that's built for good. For more than 60 years, we've been solving problems, creating innovative spaces, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From the start, we've been pioneers in the world of design, and our legacy is built on the meaningful, people-centred places we've brought to life.


We are a diverse, international practice of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We work closely with our clients, users, and communities to craft spaces for living, working, learning, and enjoying life across the globe. With studios spanning the UK, Ireland, Europe, Asia, and North America, our reach is as broad as our expertise. And since joining forces with Japan's Nippon Koei in 2016, our ability to deliver integrated, impactful design has only grown stronger.


Our work is rooted in creativity, quality, and collaboration. We believe that great design removes barriers and opens new possibilities, all while meeting the demands of a constantly evolving world. Whether we're designing homes, workplaces, or public spaces, we always put people at the heart of our thinking, ensuring that the environments we create are not just functional, but also inclusive, beautiful, and socially and environmentally responsible.


We're proud of the places we've shaped and the lives we've touched, and we are committed to continuing our mission of designing a better, more connected world--one that leaves every place better than we found it.

ABOUT YOU

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SKILLS / EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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PROVEN IT SKILLS - SPECIFICALLY EXCEL (VLOOKUPS, PIVOT TABLES ETC)

PROVEN ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS (WRITTEN AND VERBAL)

DEADLINE DRIVEN WITH A CAN-DO ATTITUDE TO PRO-ACTIVELY SEE A TASK THROUGH AND MANAGE WORKLOAD

ATTENTION TO DETAIL IS A MUST.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN A SIMILAR ROLE IS DESIRABLE BUT NOT ESSENTIAL.

BDP OFFERS

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In return, BDP can offer you a wide range of learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional career development. From sponsorship to profession led CPD events, we also offer annual appraisals and a mentoring scheme that is supported by our internal online learning platform.


We are committed to being an employer of choice and offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that includes an employee profit share scheme, tax efficient smart benefits, private medical insurance, life insurance, long term sickness insurance, interest free season ticket loans, health screening, opportunity to buy/swap holidays and enhanced maternity and paternity provision, plus many more.


We offer regular international, and studio based social, sporting and charitable events. Some recent events include month-end socials, a hiking club, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. Our variety of employee forums gives everyone the platform to have a voice and be heard which drives cultural changes and helps to create an engaged, inclusive organisation.


To find out on more detail about what BDP can offer you, please visit: https://www.bdp.com/en/careers-at-bdp/why-join-bdp/.

TO APPLY

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To apply please click on the 'Apply' button below. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (<400 words) that outlines how your skills and experience fulfil the requirements of this position.


BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy which is usually three days in the office and two days working from home.

No agency or third-party applications pleas