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Pensions Specialist

 

 Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water: 

 

Salary & Benefits - 

 

We offer a salary of £44,371 - £55,464 per annum dependant on experience.

 

  • Annual performance related bonus 
  • Attractive pension scheme (up to 10% company contribution) 
  • Development opportunities in line with the Pension Specialist progression plan
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day! 
  • Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary 
  • A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.  
  • Retail savings scheme  
  • Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more! 

 

Location: Bradford/Hybrid Working - a mix of working from home and in the office, when you need to be there for meetings or collaborative working

 

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday between a working window of 8:00am-6:00pm. 

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Pensions Specialist to join the Pensions team at Yorkshire Water.
 

 

What we do:

 

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it’s so much more than this.

 

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire’s water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing, and prosperity. 

 

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. 
 
 

Where you fit in:

 

As our Pension Specialist you will - 

 

  • Support and assist with the Pensions Delivery for the Kelda Group Pension arrangements.
  • Support with the day to day management of our Third Party Pension Administrators
  • Effectively and efficiently support the Trustee and Governance Committees for all pension arrangements within the group, including the preparation for and attendance at Governance meetings.  
  • Be a key point of contact for colleagues requiring support in relation to our pension and Group Life assurance arrangements
  • Co-ordinate and assist with the delivery of  financial wellbeing workshops and pension information to groups of colleagues within the business. 
  • Support and deputise for the Pensions manager and Secretary to the board of Trustees in the effective running of the plan and pension delivery

 
 

What skills & qualifications you will need:

 

  • Extensive experience of working within a pension scheme 
  • A strong background and working knowledge of DB and DC pensions administration
  • Experience of DB and DC Governance related activity
  • Capable and confident in managing projects 
  • Highly numerate and have a knowledge of pension related taxation

 

You will also benefit from having:

 

  • A PMI qualification or working towards this

 

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it’s important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn’t always easy! 

 

Do we sound like your cup of tea?   
 

 
If you’ve got experience in pensions and pensions administration, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

 

Please apply online and submit an up to date CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
 
 

Recruitment Process: 
 

Closing Date – 3rd February, 2025

 

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

 

 All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.

 

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.

 

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
  
 

No agencies please.   

What's in it for you?

Career enhancement and development, colleague well-being and a genuinely positive work experience for all are key priorities. We are continuously evolving and improving our ways of working and you will support us in achieving our vision of 'taking responsibility for the water environment for good'.

If you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, then please apply on line and complete the application process.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

The Kelda Group provides water and sewerage services to domestic and business customers across the UK, managing the following subsidiary companies: - 

Yorkshire Water, is the main subsidiary company providing water and sewerage services to 4.7 million people and 130,000 businesses in the Yorkshire region. Its activities are regulated by the Water Services Regulation Authority, Ofwat Loop Customer Management Ltd specialises in delivering customer service support to Yorkshire Water that includes billing, debt recovery and incident management. Employing more than 600 people, Loop have built up an impressive list of industry awards and achievements since being created in 2000 and is currently listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 list as being one of the best companies to work for.

Kelda Water Services (KWS) manages Kelda's non-regulated water and waste water contract operations. It is now the second biggest player in the UK market for outsourced clean and waste water services.

Kelda Water Services Retail offer quality, integrity and partnership but it is never just about the technologies behind our solutions in water. It is about the structure, delivery and even the financing of those solutions, and about giving our customers a level of convenience they never knew was possible.

KeyLand Developments Limited (KeyLand Developments) is responsible for managing, developing and disposing of the group's surplus property assets, either on its own or in partnership with outside organisations.

Kelda Group values equality, diversity and inclusion we believe that everyone should be treated with respect. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, religion or belief and trade union membership.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

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