Group Pensions Administrator (Part-time)

<h2><b>Job Summary</b></h2> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Zurich Life Assurance plc is looking for a part-time Group Pensions Administrator for the Annual Reporting team. The role itself will focus on understanding what matters to Zurich customers. Meeting regulatory deadlines is a key part of this role. The role offers you the ability to expand your knowledge base and create future opportunities within the Corporate Life &amp; Pensions area. </span></span></p> <h2><b>Your Role</b></h2> <p> </p> <p><span><span>As a Group Pensions Administrator in the Annual Reporting Team your main responsibilities will include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><br/> <span><span>•    Processing the group pension annual renewals from reconciling the schemes to issuing the  Annual Pension Benefit Statements.<br/> •    Supporting the oversight of the Trustee Annual Reports including the preparation and review of audit documentation.<br/> •    Support in issuing Pension Benefit Statements cover letters to brokers/Employers on monthly basis.<br/> •    Managing day to day queries by supporting the team mailbox and queues in a timely manner.<br/> •    Maintain an </span></span><span><span>understanding</span><span> and awareness on key aspects of Pension Regulations, IORPII directive, Master Trusts.<br/> •    Identify areas where the service to members could be improved.<br/> •    Assist in more Complex/project work.<br/> •    Provide back-up support on schemes and other work priorities across the team.<br/> •    Adhering to all data protection requirements.<br/> •    Handling of queries from Client companies, trustees, auditors.</span></span><br/>  </p> <h2><b>Your Skills and Experience</b></h2> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>As a Group Pensions Administrator for the Annual reporting team your skills and qualifications will include: </span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><br/> <span><span>•    1-3 years of pension’s administration experience or account reconciliation. <br/> •    Proficient knowledge of MS Office Products, with specific emphasis on expertise in Excel, is a must. <br/> •    Strong numeric ability. <br/> •    Excellent analytical skills. <br/> •    Knowledge of Defined Contribution pension schemes – specifically knowledge about monthly contribution processing and annual renewal processing. <br/> •    Be well organised and capable of working to tight deadlines <br/> •    Excellent interpersonal skills <br/> •    Ability to work independently and also in a dynamic team environment <br/> •    Be enthusiastic ambitious self-starter <br/> •    Ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships with all colleagues and clients.<br/> •    Attention to detail is essential along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.<br/> •    Its desirable to be working towards a recognised industry qualification that meets Central Bank Minimum Competency Requirements e.g. IIPM/QFA</span></span><br/>  </p> <h2><b>Additional Information</b></h2> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Primary work location is Blackrock. Position is Dublin-based but occasional travel may be required to other Zurich locations.</span></span></p> <p><br/> <span><span> <br/> If you value an exciting and varied working environment and meet the above requirements, then our recruiter is looking forward to receiving your application by clicking on the button “Apply online”.</span></span></p> <p><br/>  </p> <p><span><span>Who we are</span></span><br/>  </p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Zurich is one Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,000 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. </span></span></p> <p><br/> <span><span> <br/> Zurich is a strong brand, Zurich in Ireland is part of Zurich Insurance Group, a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. Our 55,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to </span></span><span><span>understand</span></span><span><span> and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer a competitive compensation package and interesting opportunities for further training &amp; development. As a Zurich employee you benefit from a multitude of advantages as well as a strong culture, characterized by acceptance, diversity and team spirit. <br/>  <br/> At Zurich we are an equal opportunity employer.  We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.</span></span></p> <p><span><span>.</span></span></p>