Job Description
The Pensions Authority is seeking an Executive Officer to support the Higher Executive Officer/Assistant Principal in achieving the operating Unit's annual objectives.
The Executive Officer will take ownership of tasks, effectively organise, allocate and supervise work, and be flexible in a varied role with tight deadlines and a commitment to delivering quality results.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, organising and monitoring the work of the Unit
- Support the Authority's engagement with external regulated entities
- Conduct pro-active supervisory work, including investigations, inspections and reviews
- Analyse submissions from regulated entities and draft compliance findings reports
- Provide on-the-job training and support to Clerical Officers
- Carry out detailed research and analyse results
- Prepare responses to non-routine issues and queries
- Take ownership of assigned tasks and prioritise competing tasks
- Deal with members of the public and provide high-quality customer service
- Share information, knowledge and experience with colleagues
- Contribute to project work and implement changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
- Keep up-to-date with Authority practices and procedures
- Present material in a clear and concise manner
- Contribute to the development and implementation of management information systems
- Comply with assigned duties from time to time
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- Ability to work well with others and effectively manage staff
- Proven track record of delivering results
- Relevant supervisory management experience
- Good project management skills
- Good analytical skills and sound judgement
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Experience dealing with stakeholders and strong IT skills
- Flexibility and openness to change
Desirable Skills and Qualifications
- Experience working in the pensions, regulation, compliance or financial services industry
- Relevant qualification, such as a Diploma in Pensions Management and Policy or a Professional Diploma in Compliance
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate how they possess the qualities, skills and knowledge required for the role, as identified in the Essential Skills and Qualifications and Desirable Skills and Qualifications sections.
Please refer to the Pensions Authority's competency framework for Executive Officer, set out in Appendix 1, when completing the application form.
When demonstrating how you have displayed the relevant competency during your career, please provide specific examples illustrating your suitability for the position.
The STAR competency framework should be used, which includes Situation, Task, Action and Result.