One of my local government clients is seeking an experienced Pensions Team Leader to provide interim leadership and ensure the smooth running of its Benefits Processing Team. This is a key operational role supporting service continuity and the delivery of high-quality pensions administration. The Role You will lead and manage a team of seven staff responsible for front-line communications and pensions administration tasks. The team handles calls, emails, post and processes junior benefits work including refunds, deferred benefits, transfers, and general member queries. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining performance standards, supporting staff, managing workflows, and ensuring the accurate and timely completion of pensions processing tasks. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day operations of the Benefits Processing Team Provide direct line management, coaching, and support to 7 staff members Oversee front-line enquiries via phone, email, and written correspondence Ensure accurate processing of refunds, deferred benefits, transfers, and related tasks Maintain service quality, compliance, and operational performance Contribute to problem-solving, service improvements, and workload planning About You Demonstrable experience in pensions administration and benefits processing Proven line management background, ideally within a public sector or pensions environment Strong operational understanding of front-line pensions services Excel