Head of Service | Pension Fund | Preston
Head of Service | Pension Fund | Preston
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Job Description
75420 - 82480 per annum Permanent Full Time 37 hours per week County Hall Preston
Are you a strategic leader with significant pensions expertise
Join Lancashire County Council asHead of Fundand play a pivotal role in shaping the long-term strategy of the 12bn Lancashire County Pension Fund which serves over 200000 members and more than 300 employers.
As Head of Fund youll lead the Lancashire County Pension Funds strategy across governance funding investment and administration. This senior role requires strategic insight regulatory expertise and strong stakeholder engagement to ensure excellent service and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Define and deliver the Funds long-term vision and strategic objectives ensuring alignment with national LGPS developments and legislative changes.
- Governance & Compliance: Maintain a strong governance framework and ensure full compliance with statutory obligations and best practice standards including oversight of financial reporting and the Funds Annual Report.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Provide expert advice and leadership to the Pension Fund Committee Local Pension Board and Governance Panel including agenda setting and policy development. Youll build and maintain effective relationships with scheme employers members elected officials and external partners.
- Investment Oversight: Lead the development and monitoring of the Funds investment strategy in collaboration with Local Pensions Partnership Investments Ltd.
- Team Leadership: Lead a team of pension professionals fostering a culture of excellence innovation and continuous improvement. Youll provide clear direction support professional development and model leadership behaviours aligned with the Leading Lancashire framework.
About You
Were looking for a strategic and collaborative leader who can drive innovation and deliver results. You will have:
- Substantial senior leadership experience in the pensions sector.
- Expert knowledge of the LGPS public sector pension schemesor private sector workplace pension scheme with a strong understanding of pensions legislation ideally including LGPS-specific requirements.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills with the ability to manage a complex network of stakeholders.
- The ability to present complex technical information clearly and effectively to audiences with varying levels of understanding and engagement.
Closing date:23rd June 2025
Interviews:Week commencing 7th July 2025
For a confidential conversation please contact Samantha Mason at
Why Join Us
At Lancashire County Council we support your career development with access to qualifications coaching and mentoring. We offer a rewarding and flexible working environment where you can thrive whilst having a positive impact on our communities.
Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary and generous employer contributions to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- 26 days annual leave (rising with service) plus 8 bank holidays and 2 additional statutory days
- Option to purchase additional leave
- Staff discount scheme via Vivup save on everything from groceries to tech and travel
- Access to excellent development and career progression opportunities
Job Description & Person Specification
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
