Digital Services Pensions Officer

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples lives.

About the Team

The Avon Pension Fund is a forward-thinking organisation committed to providing a pension administration service of the highest standard while developing our staff so that they can fulfil their potential.

The Avon Pension Fund administers the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for over 130000 members across more than 450 employers in the local area. Employers include local unitary councils universities academies town and parish councils housing associations and charities. The fund is worth over 5 billion and is one of the largest local authority pension funds in the UK. More information can be found at .

About the Role

We are looking to recruit a Pensions Officer to join our busy team within the Avon Pension Fund. Reporting to the i-Connect Technical Lead you will support the delivery of a high-quality pension administration service by monitoring employer data submissions maintaining accurate records and ensuring payroll data is processed accurately and efficiently.

Working closely with employers payroll providers and internal colleagues you will assist with the management of electronic data submissions monitor data quality resolve queries and support employers in meeting the Funds data requirements. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of team processes and electronic data delivery solutions.

About You

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills a high level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy team environment. Strong IT skills particularly in Microsoft Excel are essential whilst experience of working in a payroll pensions or data-processing environment is desirable.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and whats involved please contact Lesley Gallagher Digital Services Tech Lead by email :

Interview date: 09/10/2026

No Agencies Please.

Please note: that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

*Please note BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Councils at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

About Bath and North East Somerset Council.

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Why Bath and North East Somerset Council

We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance and have the support you need. Go to Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples lives. Find out more about our values at aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality Diversity and Inclusion at

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