Governance and Communications Officer (Pensions)

Powys County Council; Llandrindod Wells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is looking for a Governance and Communications Officer to oversee and improve the governance and communication standards of the Pension Fund. The role includes policy creation, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder engagement to effectively manage pension-related communications and events. Candidates should have strong IT skills, attention to detail, and relevant educational qualifications, with salary expectations in the public sector range.

Qualifications

• Experience with IT packages, particularly MS Office and MS365.
• In-depth knowledge of LGPS and TPS regulations.
• Ability to work well in a team and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of legislation affecting the Local Government Pension Scheme and Powys Pension Fund.
• Prepare and deliver Pension Fund policy documentation.
• Develop and enhance Pension Fund communications to stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

IT skills (MS Office, MS365)

Teamwork and initiative

Education

Degree in relevant subject

CIPP qualification

Job description

About the role:
The Governance and Communications Officer is responsible for developing and enhancing the communication and governance standards of the Pension Fund. This role involves the creation and maintenance of policy documents, ensuring compliance with regulations, the Pension Regulator's Code of Practice and providing clear and accessible information to all stakeholders (scheme members, employers, Pension Committee and Board).
The post will support the Pension Fund Manager in running the Pensions Committee and Local Pension Board and will manage formal complaints and be responsible for the development of digital communication tools.
Additionally, the role includes organizing member events, facilitating recruitment, and delivering presentations to ensure effective communication and engagement with Pension Fund members and employers.
About you:
Experience of the use of IT packages e.g. MS Office, MS365 with strong IT skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Good attention to detail
Detailed knowledge of LGPS and TPS regulations, The Pension Regulator Code of Practice
Qualified to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent relevant experience including a recognised CIPP qualification or equivalent.
Ability to work well in a team as well as using your own initiative
What you will do:
1. Maintain a thorough working knowledge of all legislation affecting the Local Government Pension Scheme and the Powys Pension Fund.
2. Prepare, deliver and maintain Pension Fund policy documentation, the Pension Regulator's Code of Practice and other governance expectations.
3. You will develop, maintain and enhance Pension Fund communications to all stakeholders, maximising the use of technology to increase efficiencies within the Pensions team.
4. To support the Pension Fund Manager in ensuring that the targets set out and expected of the Pension Fund are met.
5. Develop and maintain scheme literature in various formats in line with accessibility standards.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact:
Chris Hurst - Pension Fund Manager
[e-mail]

This position has a requirement for a Standard DBS Check