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Benefits Manager (Financial)Location: Southfield Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 2TU, United KingdomEmployment Type: Temporary (8 Weeks)Hours per week: 37Rate:PAYE: £45.00 per hourLimited/Umbrella: £58.01 per hourRibble Recruitment – On behalf of a Local AuthorityRibble Recruitment are proud to be assisting a Local Authority in Loughborough with the appointment of a Benefits Manager (Financial). This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to lead a high-performing Benefits Service team, ensuring efficient delivery, strong compliance, and outstanding customer service.Job PurposeThe successful candidate will manage and develop a motivated Benefits Service that delivers value for money, organisational efficiencies, and excellent customer care. You will take ownership of key projects designed to achieve savings and efficiency targets, ensuring services are intelligently designed and make effective use of technology.This role requires a proactive leader who can ensure full compliance with all relevant Government and Council policies, regulations, and legislation, while promoting fairness and inclusion across all service delivery.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead the Benefits teams, including Overpayments and Data Control staff, ensuring all targets and key performance indicators are achieved.Manage and report on corporate, team, and statutory performance.Complete mandatory statistical returns for submission to the DWP and external auditors accurately and on time.Oversee the annual billing process for Housing Benefit and the Council Tax Reduction Scheme, ensuring efficient coordination and stakeholder communication.Maintain compliance with re