Pensions Analyst (74968-1025)

For informal enquiries, please contact Ben Moulding (Pensions Administration Manager) at b.moulding@warwick.ac.uk.

Join our team and make a real impact on the future of pensions at the University!

We’re looking for a detail-driven and analytical professional to manage and support the administration of our five University pension schemes. As a Pensions Analyst, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, scheme rules, and University policies, while delivering exceptional service to our staff and stakeholders.

In this role you will be the go-to person for all things pensions. You will handle contributions, answer questions, including taxation issues such as lifetime and annual allowances, providing clear, expert guidance to staff, management and external stakeholders. You will collaborate with Payroll, People Team and external stakeholders to resolve issues and improve processes. You will also produce essential documentation including auto-enrolment letters, pension statements and member certificates. You will be responsible for maintaining data integrity through regular audits and data cleansing activities.

We are looking for someone who has a strong understanding of pension legislation and compliance requirements, with high attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. Has the ability to communicate and explain complex information clearly and confidently. If you have worked in pensions administration or a similar financial/HR role then this would be a great opportunity for you.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive People team, working in a role that combines technical expertise with meaningful impact. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of our staff.

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

You’re a detail-oriented professional with a passion for accuracy and compliance. You bring strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex pension information, explaining it clearly and confidently to a range of stakeholders. You thrive in a busy, high-volume environment and have a proven track record of delivering excellent customer service.

You know how to plan and prioritise your workload, using initiative to solve problems. Your understanding of pensions legislation and regulatory requirements is solid, and you are familiar with salary sacrifice schemes and how University pension rules work. Above all, you are passionate about delivering excellent service.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106th in the world and 8th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

* World University Ranking 2024, Guardian University Guide 2025

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

CLOSING DEADLINE: Monday 24th November 2025 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

• Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
• Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your cover letter should explain:

• Your motivations for applying to the role.
• Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.

For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.

• Interview Date: Week commencing 1st December 2025
• Start Date: To be confirmed

Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.

We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
• All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.

Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.