We are Forth Ports, an esteemed Port Authority who have risen to become the UK’s third largest Port Operator Group. We are a dynamic, multimodal Ports owner and operator, offering a vast array of port-related services to facilitate connections between the UK, Europe and beyond.
Our recent pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero status by 2042 underscores our commitment to sustainability. Moreover, our substantial investments in infrastructure, port services and towage highlight our dedication to supporting the expansion of the UK’s renewable energy sector, particularly offshore wind. This is a pivotal moment to join our team as we embark on this transformative journey towards a greener future.
About The Role
We have a new opportunity for a Pensions Team Lead to join our team based in Grangemouth. This is a pivotal role in ensuring a full pro-active, professional and confidential pensions and insurance advisory service is provided to our employees.
As Pensions Team Lead, you will be responsible for supervising two Pensions Administrators, as well as offer direct support to the Pensions, Risk & Insurance Manager in the day to day running of the team. In addition, your responsibilities within this role will include:
Oversee complex pension administration tasks, ensuring all records are maintained and updated on the Mantle system
Oversee the process for member events, including retirements, deaths, early leavers, transfers out and illustrative quotations
Ensure Defined Benefit member data is accurate to meet the following statutory obligations: Triennial Valuation and Actuarial Reporting
and IAS19 Accountancy disclosures
Ensure DB and DC member data is accurate to meet Group Life data requirements and monthly contribution audits.
Oversee the preparation of the monthly pension payroll
Support the team with complex pension queries, and offer coaching and training
Arrange for annual tasks to be completed within agreed timescales, including; Member benefit statements, annual pension increases, circulation of P60’s
Close liaison with the Group Pensions, Risk & Insurance Manager to meet member, Trustee and legal requirements.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced candidate with a strong background of working in a similar level position, or who is ready to take the next step up in their career. As the team are based in Grangemouth and continue on their developmental journey, we are looking for a Team Leader who can commit to being in the office 3-4x per week. Additionally, we are looking for someone who has:
Strong experience of working with different occupational pension schemes and DB is essential
Minimum 5 years’ experience of working within a similar role – DB knowledge is key
Experience of working at Senior Administrator / Supervisor level would be ideal
Previous experience of working with Mantle Pensions system is advantageous but not essential
Excellent numeracy and IT skills are required, including Excel / MS suite
A great communicator – both within the team and to wider stakeholders
Ability to prioritise a busy workload, meet deadlines and disclosure requirements
What can we offer you?
Here at Forth Ports, our people are hugely important to us, and creating a flexible, open and friendly working culture is something we are very proud of – in fact, our average employee tenure exceeds 10 years! In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:
Annual salary review
A great defined contribution pension scheme
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for employees and their family
A generous annual leave entitlement
Cycle to work scheme
Attractive Family Friendly Policies
On site free parking
Employee discount platform offering discounts on UK wide restaurants, car rentals and holidays
GymFlex health club memberships
We value our people and our reputation and know that having a diverse and robust workforce enables us to look for answers. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we will consider all applications for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.
Required Criteria
Skills Needed
About The Company
Over our 50 years of experience we have witnessed our ports grow to become important assets to support and deliver growth both for the UK and local economies.
The growth impact has been achieved due to the continued investments in our infrastructure, making sure that our ports are able to continually develop their services and support the growth of many industries.
Our people have played a significant role. They have delivered the highest quality of service through their expertise, loyalty and flexibility and, without them, we could not have built the strong reputation and the long term agreements with many customers that we have today.
Company Culture
Welcome to Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator, we employ over 1,100 people across our ports in Scotland and the Port of Tilbury in London.
A career in a port business is very rewarding. There is real variety within each role and significant opportunities for promotion and career development. Don’t just take our word for it; view the “Some of our People” section and the video below to gain insight into the kinds of jobs our employees do, how they’ve grown with us, and what motivates them each day.
The port business can be seen as a barometer for the economy and this drives us to be adaptable and fast paced as we identify new business opportunities.
Company Benefits
We are committed to creating a positive working culture for all employees, as well as a good work-life balance.
Here are just some of the benefits of working for Forth Ports.
Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme
Salary
£38,000.00 - £43,000.00 per year