Chief Pensions Strategy & Delivery Leader

Dorset Council UK; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Council is seeking an experienced pensions leader to become Head of Pensions, overseeing the Local Government Pension Scheme across Dorset and driving strategic direction within the council. The role requires strong leadership, governance, and financial acumen to steer a multi‑disciplinary team and the fund’s operations.

You will coordinate with LPPI and external advisers, lead budgeting, and report to council committees, shaping investment strategy and fund administration for

Qualifications

• Experience in LGPS or public sector pensions.
• Proven leadership of diverse teams.
• Strong financial and governance expertise.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and committees.
• Strategic planning and performance reporting.
• Sound political awareness and public service ethos.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and delivery of the Pension Fund’s investment and funding strategies.
• Managing relationships with external advisers, investment managers, and the LPPI pool.
• Overseeing pension administration, systems development, risk management, and compliance with LGPS governance standards.
• Advising the Pension Fund Committee and Local Pension Board, and reporting to relevant council committees.
• Providing strategic support to over 120 employers in the Fund, ensuring high standards of communication and service delivery.
• Leading on business planning, budgeting, and performance reporting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Change management

Financial acumen

Political awareness

LGPS knowledge

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Job description

Dorset Council is seeking an experienced pensions leader to become Head of Pensions, overseeing the Local Government Pension Scheme across Dorset and driving strategic direction within the council. The role requires strong leadership, governance, and financial acumen to steer a multi‑disciplinary team and the fund’s operations.

You will coordinate with LPPI and external advisers, lead budgeting, and report to council committees, shaping investment strategy and fund administration for