Job Description

Senior Pension Officer



Job summary



We're excited to offer an amazing career opportunity were you to join Bradford Payroll Services as a Senior Pensions Officer. We are looking to recruit highly motivated person with a "can do" attitude, who is committed to providing excellent customer service.



As the Senior Pension Officer, you will be responsible for managing and administering both the NHS and NEST pension schemes, ensuring compliance with regulations.



Attention to detail is essential as is having excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels are a must.



The successful post holder must have recent experience of working in a busy Pension or Payroll Department together with the ability to plan and organise their workload ensuring deadlines are adhered to. The ability to investigate, analyse and process information using complex pension calculations to resolve pension enquiries is essential.



If you feel you meet these criteria we are keen to hear from you!



As the Senior Pension Officer, you will be responsible for managing and administering both the NHS and NEST pension schemes, ensuring compliance with regulations.



The Senior Pension Officer, would have the ability to,



Analyse complex data and accurately calculate pensionable pay.



Plan and organise workload to ensure all payroll and pension deadlines are adhered to.



Provide clear and concise accurate explanations regarding all aspects of the pension schemes, Total Reward Statements, estimates of pension benefits, contributions, and refunds to all staff members.



Accurately update member records on POL.



Apply auto enrolment legislation.



30 hours per week working pattern by arrangement to be over a minimum of 4 days.



Job role is site based (New Mill Saltaire), with the opportunity for hybrid working when fully trained.



29,970 - 36,483 Per Annum Pro Rata based on 37.5 hours

Closing Date:

27 July 2025

Shortlisting Date:

29 July 2025

Interview Date:

Week Commencing 4 August 2025

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values:

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We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference



We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs



We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners



We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :



Increase mileage rates for > 3500



A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages



A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities



Plus many more.



We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.



BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.



Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible



Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.



Right to Work in the UK



Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.



Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust's eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.



As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).



Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly