South Yorkshire Pensions Authority

South Yorkshire Pensions Authority We are responsible for administering the Local Government Pension Scheme in South Yorkshire.

The Authority formally consists of 12 Elected Members nominated by the four South Yorkshire district councils. They act as quasi-trustees and have ultimate legal responsibility for the Fund and the services that we provide. Their priorities are to maximise pension fund investments, focus on the service we provide to fund members and to have a close relationship with the fund employers.

What does a moderate retirement lifestyle look like when it comes to transport?From running a 3‑year‑old car to occasion...
03/06/2026

What does a moderate retirement lifestyle look like when it comes to transport?

From running a 3‑year‑old car to occasional taxis and rail trips, these everyday costs all help build a picture of what you might need in the future.

We’re recruiting five Pensions Officers (12‑month fixed‑term contracts) to join our Benefits Team.This is an excellent o...
03/06/2026

We’re recruiting five Pensions Officers (12‑month fixed‑term contracts) to join our Benefits Team.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in pensions administration within a well‑respected, award‑winning organisation managing a £10bn pension fund. You’ll help deliver accurate, customer‑focused support to LGPS members, employers and stakeholders, while also assisting our Customer Centre on a rota basis.

We offer:
🧾 Full training
🏠 Hybrid working (up to 3 days from home)
📅 Generous annual leave + flexitime
✔️ Membership of the LGPS
🤝 Wellbeing support, staff events and a modern office environment

If you’re organised, detail‑focused and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

📅 Closing date: Monday 8 June
🗓️ Interviews: Week commencing 22 June
🔗 Apply here: https://bit.ly/SYPAPensionsOfficer

Here are the pension sessions were are running in June!💻 Planning for Retirement (Online) – Tuesday 9th June, 5:30-6:30p...
02/06/2026

Here are the pension sessions were are running in June!

💻 Planning for Retirement (Online) – Tuesday 9th June, 5:30-6:30pm
👤 Using Your Online Account for Beginners (in person) – Thursday 18th June, 5:30-6:30pm

🔗 Book your place: https://bit.ly/PensionSessionBookings2026

A minimum retirement lifestyle doesn’t include a car - instead it relies on free bus travel, occasional taxis and a few ...
29/05/2026

A minimum retirement lifestyle doesn’t include a car - instead it relies on free bus travel, occasional taxis and a few rail journeys.

Understanding these choices helps you see what different retirement lifestyles really mean.

We’re recruiting five Pensions Officers (12‑month fixed‑term contracts) to join our Benefits Team at South Yorkshire Pen...
27/05/2026

We’re recruiting five Pensions Officers (12‑month fixed‑term contracts) to join our Benefits Team at South Yorkshire Pensions Authority.

📍 Location: Barnsley/Hybrid
📅 Closing Date: 8th June 2026
💼 Starting Salary £25,185 per annum
🔗 For more information and to apply by 8th June: https://bit.ly/SYPAPensionsOfficer

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in pensions administration.

As a Pensions Officer, you will deliver a high-quality, customer-focused pensions administration service to scheme members, their dependants, participating employers and external stakeholders. You will help ensure we meet our commitments under service charters and fulfil statutory obligations in providing accurate and timely information to members. The role also includes supporting our Customer Centre, handling customer enquiries directly on a rota basis, and providing professional and responsive front-line support.

This month’s Pension Payday is Friday, 29 May 2026.Log into mypension: https://bit.ly/SYPAmypension to view your latest ...
27/05/2026

This month’s Pension Payday is Friday, 29 May 2026.

Log into mypension: https://bit.ly/SYPAmypension to view your latest payslip.

26/05/2026

🌟 From apprentice to Senior Finance Officer – Lauren’s journey shows how far you can go with the right support.
We’re proud to help people build meaningful careers at SYPA.

We’re taking a short break for the Spring Bank Holiday. Our office will be closed on Monday 25th May and will reopen on ...
22/05/2026

We’re taking a short break for the Spring Bank Holiday.

Our office will be closed on Monday 25th May and will reopen on Tuesday 26th May.

Wishing everyone a relaxing long weekend!

We’re recruiting: Pensions Officer (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)📍 Location: Barnsley/Hybrid 📅 Closing Date: 8th June 2...
21/05/2026

We’re recruiting: Pensions Officer (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)

📍 Location: Barnsley/Hybrid
📅 Closing Date: 8th June 2026
💼 Starting Salary £25,185 per annum
🔗 For more information and to apply by 8th June: https://bit.ly/SYPAPensionsOfficer

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Benefits Team at South Yorkshire Pensions Authority; a well-respected, award-winning organisation managing a £10 billion pension fund.

What you’ll do:
✔️ Deliver a high‑quality, customer‑focused pensions administration service to scheme members, dependants, employers and external stakeholders
✔️ Ensure commitments under service charters are met
✔️ Fulfil statutory obligations by providing accurate and timely information to members
✔️ Support the Customer Centre as part of a rota
✔️ Handle customer enquiries directly and professionally
✔️ Provide responsive, front‑line support to customers
✔️ Contribute to maintaining high service standards within the pensions administration team

What’s in it for you:
🌴 Generous annual leave policy that offers between 28 days and 36 days annual leave depending on length of service
🌍 Flexible and hybrid working
✔️ Automatic enrolment into the LGPS
🧾 If the role requires it, we will pay for your professional membership of a recognised accountancy body.
🤝 A supportive, forward-thinking workplace managing an £11bn fund

Address

Oakwell House, 2 Beevor Court, Pontefract Road, Barnsley.
Barnsley
S711HG

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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