• Job Title: Pensions Administration Manager
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Location: County Durham, North East
  • Job Base: Hybrid
  • Salary: Excellent
  • Reference: V-113194
  • Contact Email: pensions@sammons.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 020 7293 7022
  • Job Published: 08/10/2025 14:45

Job Description

Pensions Administration Manager

County Durham, North East | Excellent | Posted 2 days ago

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional service and driving operational excellence? We’re looking for a dynamic Administration Manager to lead our dedicated teams in providing a high-quality, member-first service across retirements, transfers, and bereavements.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead & Inspire: Manage and support Rail Admin teams to deliver a “right first time” service that meets SLAs and exceeds member expectations.
  • Drive Operational Excellence: Ensure effective ways of working are embedded, with a strong focus on performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  • Resource Strategically: Use data and insights to manage team capacity, resolve resourcing challenges, and boost productivity.
  • Develop Talent: Support your team’s growth through regular feedback, performance reviews, and robust training plans.
  • Ensure Visibility & Control: Provide accurate MI, maintain workload transparency, and escalate challenges proactively.
  • Champion Governance: Maintain robust controls, manage risks, and ensure all processes are compliant and effective.
  • Support Change: Lead your teams through change with clear planning, training, and communication.
What You’ll Bring:
  • Proven experience in managing operational teams within a service-focused environment.
  • Strong leadership and people development skills.
  • A data-driven mindset with the ability to interpret MI and drive performance.
  • A passion for continuous improvement and delivering outstanding member service.
Please quote reference 113194

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