Are you an experienced pensions professional looking to apply your expertise in a complex and rewarding environment? We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Pensions Administrator to join the University of Leeds Pensions Team and play a key role in delivering a high‑quality, compliant pensions service to our staff.

You will be responsible for administering a wide range of pension schemes, ensuring compliance with pensions legislation and auto‑enrolment duties, and providing expert advice and support to colleagues across the University. Working closely with the Pensions Team Leader, Payroll, HR colleagues, and external pension administrators, you will help ensure the effective and secure delivery of pensions services.

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Matthew Milnes, Head of Pensions

email: M.Milnes@leeds.ac.uk

Closing Date: 03 Jun 2026

Section: Administrative and Clerical Support

Salary: £33,951 to £39,906 per annum