Compensation and Benefits Specialist

Human Resources

Are you passionate about rewards and benefits? This role could be for you! 

About the role: 

We have new opportunity as a Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join our busy Pensions and Payroll team as part of the HR Operations service! 

The University has an on-going HR strategy to continuously review and improve the Total Reward package that currently includes a range of financial and non-financial benefits as well as a mix of defined and contribution benefits pension schemes. 

In this role, you will: 

• Be a key contributor to the University total reward strategy.
• Work closely with the Pensions and Payroll Manager to support and develop a competitive, well-designed compensation & benefit offering to motivate, attract and retain high performing resources.
• Be alert and responsive in recognising fresh enhancements for compensation, pension options and employee wellbeing and integral to subsequent design and promotion.
• Use your knowledge of pension regulations to manage the operational transactions in accordance with statutory obligations.
• Provide comprehensive advice to members and other stakeholders.
• Design and communicate policy and tools to underpin employee financial confidence and understanding. 

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for someone who has: 

• Knowledge of defined benefits and defined contribution pension schemes.
• Experience in delivering high quality pension administration.
• A good understanding of pension regulations.
• Competent reconciliation and reporting skills.
• Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
• Demonstrable commitment to providing first-rate customer service.
• The ability to work accurately and flexibly in a busy and constantly changing environment, both independently and as part of a team. 

If this sounds like you, apply now! 

For more information about the role and the person specification, please refer to the job description. 

This is a permanent, full-time position working 37 hours per week. Remote working is available up to 1 day a week. 

Application Process: 

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. 

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Rachel Edwards by email at rjedwards@plymouth.ac.uk. 

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course. 

Anticipated Interview Date(s): 

Interviews are expected to take place 13^th September 2024. 

Our Offer: 

We offer a competitive salary package, a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits/support mechanisms, including ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. 

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here. 

Additional Information: 

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages. 

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented communities at the University of Plymouth, such as carers/parents, people with disabilities, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, and people from all socio-economic backgrounds.

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