4Recruitment Services are seeking an experienced Pensions Team Leader to work for a council based in West London. The purpose of the role will be: To support the Pensions Manager in managing the day to day operation of the Retained Pension Client Service, which includes monitoring the pension administrator s performance against set criteria. To manage and lead the Pension Advisors in a range of administrative duties in relation to the pension client function, including the provision and checking of information to support the accurate maintenance of scheme member records, and to monitor and direct employers in fulfilling their obligations to the pension fund. To bring your expert Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) experience to enhance and shape this new team to deliver a comprehensive and compliant service for the clients Pension Fund. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Assessment of complex cases, carrying out home visits where necessary Managing of Appeal cases and attending Panels and Court Hearings as necessary Responsibility for Quality checking work carried out by Assessment Officers Provide support where necessary to Access Harrow Ensure quality and performance targets for the services are met. Ensure that in excess of £1.5 Million Overpaid benefit each year is recovered Provide advice and guidance to up to 14 Highly skilled Financial Assessment Officers and Assistants with regard to complex Finance Assessments ensuring consistency of advice across the Serv