AVP UK Pensions Risk & Governance

www.sammons.co.uk; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pension scheme provider in Glasgow is seeking an AVP UK Pensions Risk & Governance. This hybrid role involves developing and overseeing retirement plans while collaborating with various divisions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing risk frameworks and advising high-level executives on UK pensions legislation. Strong communication and governance skills are essential, as you will lead a team and shape benefits strategies within the organization. Excellent opportunity in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing risk frameworks for large UK occupational pension schemes.
• Strong knowledge of UK pensions legislation and regulatory codes.
• Proven ability to advise trustee boards and executive teams.
• Experience managing complex risks including cyber security.

Responsibilities

• Advise and influence decision-making at senior levels.
• Lead a team handling complex tasks and setting objectives.
• Shape the future of employee benefits across the organisation.

Skills

Managing risk frameworks

UK pensions legislation knowledge

Advising trustee boards

Cyber security awareness

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: AVP UK Pensions Risk & Governance

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Job Base: Hybrid

Salary: Excellent

Reference: V-119266

Contact Phone: [phone]

Job Published: 17/12/2025 15:58

About the role

Excellent opportunity to join this large in‑house pension scheme, you’ll be responsible for developing, implementing, and governing employee retirement plans and benefits programs, while providing expert counsel to resolve complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise and influence decision‑making at senior levels, contributing to policy development, and collaborating across multiple business divisions to deliver impactful solutions.
• Lead a team handling complex tasks, setting objectives, coaching for success, and driving performance and reward outcomes.
• This high‑profile position shapes the future of employee benefits across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing risk frameworks for large UK occupational pension schemes.
• Strong knowledge of UK pensions legislation and regulatory codes, including the Pensions Regulator’s General Code and Own Risk Assessment requirements.
• Proven ability to advise trustee boards and executive teams, with exceptional communication and governance skills.
• Experience managing complex and evolving risks, including cyber security and data protection within pensions environments.

Please quote reference 119266.

Equal Opportunity

Recruiting on the basis of talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications.