Pensions Officer

About the Role

Do you have local government pension experience? An exciting opportunity has arisen within Islington Council’s Pension Team for a Pension Officer, who will be involved in all aspects of the day‑to‑day administration of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). You will work within our Retirements Team to provide a customer‑focused pension service for Islington Council. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, performance driven, and able to prioritise work and meet critical deadlines.

• You will be responsible for performing a range of tasks including the calculation and processing of retirement and deferred benefits.
• You will have good interpersonal skills and the ability to respond to a high volume of member queries in relation to the LGPS.
• You will have a good knowledge of the LGPS Regulations to provide informed responses to enquiries from our members and employers.
• Excellent IT skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service.
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, including a 35‑hour working week.
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential.
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum.
• Excellent local government pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships.
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more.

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and is committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.