Employee Benefits & Pensions Manager (Europe) 6 months contract
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3571 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 47% sure that is the right code. Robert Walters is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 3571 (Human resources and industrial relations officers) · 47% match
- Possible 4132 (Pensions and insurance clerks and assistants) · 41% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3571 Human resources and industrial relations officers Most likely code | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears |
4132 Pensions and insurance clerks and assistants Also possible | £33,400 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears | £41,700 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employee Benefits & Pensions Manager on a 6 months contract to join a leading international organisation during a key period of growth and transformation.
London | Hybrid Working (3 Days Office) | Flexible Hours6-Month Contract | Open to Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) or Day Rate
£80000 - £85000k (or day rate equivalent)
Working within a collaborative People team, you will take ownership of the day-to-day management, administration and delivery of employee benefits and pension programmes across the UK and Europe.
This is a hands-on role suited to a benefits specialist who combines strong operational delivery with excellent stakeholder management and project coordination skills.
Reporting into the senior HR leadership team, you will work closely with Payroll, Finance, external advisers and benefit providers to ensure employees receive a high-quality benefits service while maintaining compliance and governance across multiple European jurisdictions.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing the administration and delivery of employee benefits programmes across the UK and Europe.
- Acting as the primary contact for pension providers, brokers, insurers and benefit partners.
- Coordinating pension administration, including enrolments, contribution changes, opt-outs and leaver processes.
- Supporting annual benefits renewals, provider reviews and implementation of new benefit arrangements.
- Partnering with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate deductions, contributions and reporting.
- Producing benefits and pensions reporting, data reconciliations and governance documentation.
- Delivering employee communications, awareness campaigns and benefits education sessions.
- Supporting benefits-related projects, process improvements, organisational change initiatives and restructuring activity where required.
We are looking for a benefits professional who can quickly add value within a fast-paced environment.
You will ideally have:
- Proven experience managing employee benefits and workplace pension programmes.
- Strong knowledge of UK pensions and benefits administration.
- Exposure to European benefits programmes and international stakeholder management.
- Experience working directly with insurers, brokers, pension providers and third-party vendors.
- A track record of managing annual renewals, enrolment activities and benefits changes.
- Strong Excel, HR systems and reporting capabilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
If you're an experienced Benefits & Pensions professional available for your next contract opportunity and are looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic international organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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Where this offer sits in the market
Human resources and industrial relations officers (SOC 3571) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~137k in sample- Middle half £28,912–42,432
- Median £33,904
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Robert Walters holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3571 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.