Pensions Clerk
The closing date is 05 April 2026
Job summary
Would you like to be part of a fantastic pension team, who have the vision to challenge working practices and provide a high-quality pension service? This is a fast-paced role where you will undertake admin support for the pensions team but at the same time join a very supportive team who have a wealth of knowledge to support your training and development.
As a leading provider in NHS Payroll and pension services, we believe in growing our own talent and helping our staff continue to learn and develop in their role.
Are you looking for a career to excel in? If so, this may be the ideal role for you with growth opportunities within the team and department.
If you wish don't want to progress up the ladder but want to provide the best possible service you can, then again let us know.
We have ambitious plans for the future and are seeking a likeminded individual to join the team at this exciting stage.
Pension admin may sound boring but trust us everyday is different, there is so much to learn, new skills to develop so if you are not fazed by hard work and have a commitment to providing excellent customer service then this role is perfect for you.
Main duties of the job
You will provide admin support, issuing pension packs, maintaining databases and so much more.
Attention to detail is essential, as is providing excellent customer service. Strong communication and organisational skills and the ability to build effective working relationships are a must.
You will prioritise workload using your own initiative, constantly learning new skills whilst supporting your team.
Full training will be provided from our Pension team who will guide and support you as you start your Pension professional journey.
About us
ELFS Business Services is a business division of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. As a leading provider in NHS Payroll Services, we combine best practice of shared service solution design with our extensive knowledge and experience in delivering NHS Payroll Services at a cost-effective price. Our payroll services are successfully delivered to over 100,000 NHS employees across 13 large NHS Trust/ICBs throughout the country every month, including weekly payrolls, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
We work in partnership with our clients building strong working relationships and put our customers at the heart of what we do.
Established in 2002, ELFS is a proven NHS owned Shared Service solution providing Financial and Payroll services to thirty-four NHS organisations and one CIC throughout the country from its Head Office based in Darwen, Lancashire with a satellite unit based at St James House in Salford.
Our payroll department provides a comprehensive Payroll, Pensions, Expenses and Service desk to our clients. We are passionate about providing high quality services, staff development and growing our talent. We understand that quality and accuracy are paramount and encourage our staff on continued learning and development.
The post is based at Viscount House, Commercial Road, Darwen, just off junction 4 of the M65. We operate hybrid working giving you the flexibility to work from home as well as in the office.
Details
Date posted
20 March 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per annum, Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
438-PB4024
Job locations
ELFS Business Services
Viscount House, Commercial Road
Darwen
BB3 0FG
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
ELFS Business Services
Viscount House, Commercial Road
Darwen
BB3 0FG
Employer's website
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