Pensions Trainee Jobs at Surrey County Council – 3 Vacancies
Surrey County Council is recruiting three Pensions Trainees to support its pension services team in Weybridge, Surrey. This is an opportunity for candidates with strong numeracy, customer service and organisational skills to gain practical experience while developing their careers.
Job Summary
- Employer: Surrey County Council
- Job Title: Pensions Trainee
- Number of Vacancies: 3
- Salary: £28,546–£30,581 per year (advertised salary range; starting salary is £28,546)
- Location: 11 De Havilland Drive, Weybridge, KT13 0YP, UK
- Working Pattern: Full-time, on-site
- Working Hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract Type: Fixed-term until October 2027
- Closing Date: 27 October 2026 at 11:59 pm
- Visa Sponsorship: Not stated in the job advert. Applicants requiring sponsorship should confirm eligibility directly with the council.
About the Pensions Trainee Roles
Surrey County Council is looking for three Pensions Trainees to help deliver high-quality pension services. Reporting to the Pensions Manager – Member Services, successful candidates will join the Trainee Team and gain hands-on experience in a supportive working environment.
The roles are suitable for people starting their careers or looking to develop existing administrative, customer service and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
As a Pensions Trainee, your duties will include:
- Processing pension scheme casework for new members and employees leaving the scheme.
- Recording and logging incoming post and hard-copy communications.
- Supporting other teams across the Surrey Pension Service when required.
- Contributing to the effective day-to-day delivery of pension services.
Requirements and Skills
Applicants should demonstrate the following skills and qualities:
- Good numeracy skills.
- Customer service experience or well-developed customer service skills.
- Strong organisational abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A methodical approach to completing tasks.
- Problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
The council welcomes applicants who are beginning their careers as well as those who want to build on their existing experience.
Salary, Benefits and Development Opportunities
The starting salary is £28,546 per annum for a 36-hour working week.
Additional benefits include:
- 26 days of annual leave, increasing to 28 days after two years of service and 31 days after five years.
- The option to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave.
- A local government pension scheme.
- Up to five days of carer’s leave and two paid volunteering days per year.
- Paternity, adoption and dependants’ leave.
- An Employee Assistance Programme supporting employee wellbeing.
- Access to a learning and development hub.
- Discounts on gym memberships, travel and shopping.
- Opportunities to gain practical experience and develop professionally.
Contract and Local Government Reorganisation
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, with new authorities expected to take over in April 2027.
The successful candidates will initially be employed by Surrey County Council. Employees still working for the council on 1 April 2027 will transfer to one of the new councils under TUPE arrangements, with their existing terms and conditions protected.
The provisional allocation for this post is Surrey Pensions Authority, subject to final confirmation.
Get daily UK job alerts on WhatsApp!
Discover new UK vacancies, visa sponsorship opportunities and more.
Join Our WhatsApp ChannelApplicants can find further information on the Surrey County Council Local Government Reorganisation page.
Visa Sponsorship and Right to Work
The vacancy advert does not confirm whether visa sponsorship is available. Candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship should contact Surrey County Council before applying to establish whether sponsorship can be offered for these positions.
Do not assume that sponsorship is available unless the employer confirms it.
Application Process
Applicants need to upload a CV only to apply.
To be considered, submit your application through the official vacancy page before 11:59 pm on 27 October 2026. Interviews are planned to take place after the closing date.
For questions about the role, contact Ellie Calvert at ellie.calvert@surreycc.gov.uk.
Equal Opportunities and Accessibility
Surrey County Council is a Disability Confident employer. Applicants who disclose a disability and meet the minimum shortlisting criteria stated in the advert are guaranteed an interview.
The council also welcomes applicants who require reasonable adjustments and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
Source and Further Information
This vacancy was advertised by Surrey County Council on LG Jobs.
Application deadline: 27 October 2026 at 11:59 pm.
Find Your Next UK Job
Explore more vacancies, check salaries and find your next opportunity.
DBS Officer
£33,993–£39,327 per year
View VacancyRepairs Assistant
£25,836–£26,793 per year
View Vacancy Waste Management
£34,440 per year
View VacancyFunding Officer
£39,410–£43,620 per year
View VacancySupport Practitioner
£34,036.66 per year
View VacancyPrison Officer
£34,928–£39,334 per year
View Vacancy