The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK's largest trade unions.
A vacancy exists for a Pensions Advisor based at the Union’s Head Office.

What we Offer:
• Flexitime

• 34 hours week

• Defined contribution pension.

• Generous holiday entitlement – 24 days rising to 32 days plus bank and customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked).

• Free onsite parking, subject to availability.

• Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract).

• Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract).

• Free health assessments (post probation).

The principal duties are: under the general direction of the Pensions Officer to provide a frontline pensions guidance service to members of the Union; provide a support service to the
Pensions Officer including developing policies on pensions; advise members, reps and
Union Officials on matters related to Company and State pension provision. To raise awareness and generate activity relating to pensions issues.

The successful applicant will possess: experience of working in the pensions industry and will preferably be educated to degree level with a Professional Industry qualification such as PMI/CII or equivalent relevant work experience.

An application pack can be downloaded from here by clicking on the ‘apply’ button. Alternatively, please e-mail jobvacancies@usdaw.org.uk or telephone the HR Section on 0161 413 0904, quoting Ref: 931.

The closing date is noon on Wednesday, 19 November 2025.

CVs are not accepted. No agencies please.

Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Posted: 06/11/2025
Closes: Noon on 19 November 2025
Location
Head Office, Salford Quays, M50 3XZ
Job type
Salary
£39,468 pa rising to £48,702 after three years' service
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