Pensions Administrator Trainee

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Join us as a Pensions Administrator in Isio’s brand new Pensions Administration Training Academy in our Belfast office.

This is a permanent role and a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic, customer-focused individuals who are ready to learn and grow. Over the first 12 months, you’ll receive structured training through a programme of classroom sessions, hands‑on experience, and dedicated mentorship. You’ll become part of a supportive team, learning how to process pension scheme transactions, respond to member (customer) queries, and manage data – all while building your knowledge of UK pension regulations and member services.

This role is ideal for someone eager to start a career in pensions, with a passion for problem‑solving, teamwork, and delivering exceptional customer service.

• Maintain accurate member records through cloud‑based administration systems

• Execute member lifecycle processes (transfers, retirements, etc) in compliance with regulatory guidelines

• Perform benefit calculations and validate data integrity under senior supervision

• Deliver timely responses to member enquiries via email, phone and post in line with service level agreements

• Provide clear, jargon‑free guidance on pension benefits while demonstrating empathy

• Manage caseloads effectively to meet team processing targets

• Engage in knowledge‑sharing sessions with colleagues and mentors

• Complete mandatory training programmes within specified deadlines

• Apply technical knowledge practically through supervised casework

• Pursue self‑directed learning to understand end‑to‑end pension administration

• Good levels of numeracy and literacy

• Clear and consistent written and spoken communication skills

• The ability to organise information, priorities and deadlines

• The ability to work with numerical and financial information

• An interest in pensions, business and solving problems

• The ability to build effective working relationships

• Confidence in Microsoft Office

• A willingness to learn, ask questions and use feedback

• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients, valuing different perspectives

• Communicate clearly and listen to other people’s views

• Consistent care taken over quality, accuracy and follow‑through

• Those that can respond constructively when priorities change

• Those that stay curious and look for better ways to solve problems

• Consistently show respect, fairness and integrity

We will assess these behaviours in a structured and consistent way during the recruitment process.

Previous pensions experience is not required.

You will receive structured learning, practical experience and support from your team.

You will develop technical, business and professional skills through on‑the‑job learning, formal training and hands‑on client work.

• Induction programme

• Technical and professional skills training over a structured 12 month initial period and beyond

• Ongoing opportunities to build your pensions and wider market…