Trainee Pension Officer x2
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Career Grade 4-6, £25,584 to £28,142 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 December 2025 |
| Location: | Isle Of Wight, South East England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Isle of Wight Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2025_1664 |
Summary
37 hours per week
2 positions available
Kickstart Your Career in Pensions Administration!
Starting career Grade 4 with possible progression to Grades 5 and 6 through training
You’ll be joining our team who are dedicated, supportive, and passionate about pensions
Are you looking for a career where accuracy, teamwork, and public service come together? Join our highly motivated pensions team and train to become a skilled Pensions Administration Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a structured career path while making a real difference to the lives of our scheme members.
What You’ll Be Doing
Delivering reliable and accurate day-to-day administration of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Calculating a wide range of pension benefits and entitlements
Liaising with employers to ensure data accuracy and compliance with LGPS regulations
Challenging and supporting employers to improve data quality
Progressing to handle more complex casework including retirements, transfers, death benefits, and aggregations
Career Development
This is a career-graded role, starting at Grade 4. As you gain experience and demonstrate your ability to work independently, you’ll progress through Grades 5 and 6, taking on more complex responsibilities and becoming a key member of our pensions team.
What we’re Looking For
Experience in an office environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent Microsoft Office skills and numerical aptitude
A customer-focused mindset with a flexible and adaptable approach
Willingness to learn and keep up to date with complex pension regulations
Why Join Us?
Be part of a friendly and supportive team that values your growth
Gain specialist knowledge in a vital area of public service
Enjoy a clear career path with opportunities to develop and progress
Work in a role that combines technical accuracy with people-focused service
Ready to start your journey in pensions administration with the Isle of Wight Council Pension Fund?
Apply now and help us deliver a high-quality service to all our scheme members.
2 positions available
Kickstart Your Career in Pensions Administration!
Starting career Grade 4 with possible progression to Grades 5 and 6 through training
You’ll be joining our team who are dedicated, supportive, and passionate about pensions
Are you looking for a career where accuracy, teamwork, and public service come together? Join our highly motivated pensions team and train to become a skilled Pensions Administration Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a structured career path while making a real difference to the lives of our scheme members.
What You’ll Be Doing
Delivering reliable and accurate day-to-day administration of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Calculating a wide range of pension benefits and entitlements
Liaising with employers to ensure data accuracy and compliance with LGPS regulations
Challenging and supporting employers to improve data quality
Progressing to handle more complex casework including retirements, transfers, death benefits, and aggregations
Career Development
This is a career-graded role, starting at Grade 4. As you gain experience and demonstrate your ability to work independently, you’ll progress through Grades 5 and 6, taking on more complex responsibilities and becoming a key member of our pensions team.
What we’re Looking For
Experience in an office environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent Microsoft Office skills and numerical aptitude
A customer-focused mindset with a flexible and adaptable approach
Willingness to learn and keep up to date with complex pension regulations
Why Join Us?
Be part of a friendly and supportive team that values your growth
Gain specialist knowledge in a vital area of public service
Enjoy a clear career path with opportunities to develop and progress
Work in a role that combines technical accuracy with people-focused service
Ready to start your journey in pensions administration with the Isle of Wight Council Pension Fund?
Apply now and help us deliver a high-quality service to all our scheme members.
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