Pension Governance Manager

Alexander Lloyd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Lloyd Limited is seeking a Pension Governance Manager to lead the governance assurance framework within a large defined benefit pension scheme. You will ensure regulatory compliance and advise on GDPR obligations, working with the Pension Manager and Management Team.

The role covers policy development, risk management, committee administration, procurement oversight and stakeholder engagement, influencing strategic decisions and safeguarding members' interests.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of pensions governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Significant experience in large defined benefit pension schemes.
• Proven expertise in governance, compliance and risk management.
• Experience supporting Boards, Committees or Trustee arrangements.
• LGPS experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the governance framework and assurance processes
• Act as principal governance adviser to the Pension Committee, Local Pension Board and senior stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with regulations and The Pensions Regulator's codes
• Manage governance risks, breaches reporting and regulatory activities
• Oversee Risk Register and governance-related action plans
• Coordinate Pension Committee and Local Pension Board meetings, reports and training
• Lead on GDPR compliance and governance processes
• Ensure policies and strategies remain current and aligned to objectives
• Support procurement exercises and oversee supplier and contract management
• Drive continuous improvement to governance effectiveness and member outcomes

Skills

Pensions governance

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Boards/Committees support

LGPS experience

Job description

Are you a Pensions governance expert looking to play a pivotal role in one of the UK's leading Schemes?

This is a highly visible and influential position, offering the opportunity to work directly with the Pension Manager, ensuring the Fund continues to deliver best practice governance and regulatory excellence across all aspects of its operation.

The Opportunity

As Pension Governance Manager, you will take ownership of the governance assurance framework, ensuring compliance with regulations, The Pensions Regulator's requirements, GDPR obligations and industry best practice.

Working closely with the Head Pension Fund and the wider Management Team, you will lead on governance strategy, risk management, committee administration, policy development, procurement oversight and stakeholder engagement.

This is an opportunity to influence key strategic decisions whilst helping to safeguard the interests of thousands of scheme members and participating employers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Pensions governance framework and assurance processes
• Act as the principal governance adviser to the Pension Committee, Local Pension Board and senior stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with regulations, The Pensions Regulator's Code of Practice and relevant statutory guidance
• Manage governance risks, breaches reporting and regulatory compliance activities
• Oversee and maintain the Fund's Risk Register and governance-related action plans
• Coordinate Pension Committee and Local Pension Board meetings, reports, agendas and training programmes
• Lead on GDPR compliance and governance processes across the Fund
• Ensure key policies and strategies remain current, compliant and aligned to business objectives
• Support procurement exercises and oversee supplier and contract management arrangements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance governance effectiveness, efficiency and member outcomes

About You

We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

• Extensive knowledge of the Pensions Governance
• Significant experience within a large defined benefit pension scheme environment
• Proven expertise in pension governance, compliance and risk management
• Experience supporting Boards, Committees or Trustee arrangements
• LGPS experience would be advantageous