Location: Kendal, Penrith or Barrow, with the facility to work from Parkhouse, Carlisle but this will be as a work base not a contractual location. Hybrid working subject to attending team and other meetings as required. The role involves occasional travel throughout the country.
Employer: Cumbria Pension Fund administered by Westmorland and Furness Council.
Thank you for your interest in this role.
The Cumbria Pension Fund is part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and is administered by Westmorland and Furness Council, which became the administering authority following the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Cumbria on 1 April 2023. We are a substantial pension fund of 67,000 members,109 employers and over £3.4 billion in investments and a cornerstone of financial wellbeing for thousands of public sector employees across the region. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in delivering excellence, innovation, and integrity in public service.
Despite our strong track record, we’re not standing still. We’re building on our reputation for excellence by embracing innovation and continuous improvement. As the demands of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the wider pensions industry continue to grow, so do our ambitions. We’re rising to meet these challenges head-on, and we’re looking for talented, forward-thinking individual to join us on this exciting journey. This is your opportunity to be part of something impactful, where your skills will help shape the future of public sector pensions.
We are excited to be recruiting a new Group Finance Manager – Pensions & Treasury, reporting directly to the Senior Manager / Head of Fund. This opportunity has arisen following the well-deserved external promotion of the current post-holder, a testament to the career progression this role can offer.
This is a pivotal position within our team, acting as Deputy and playing a key role in the strategic and operational delivery of the Cumbria Pension Fund. You’ll have autonomy and visibility across high-impact areas.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role with influence, challenge, and the chance to shape the future of public sector pensions in a dynamic and supportive environment. If this fast-paced role sounds appealing, we would very much like to hear from you. Whether you have a background in pensions or Public Sector finance (preferably Local Authority finance), this superb role will provide an excellent platform for an ambitious individual who can fully appreciate the potential of where this role might take you in the longer term.
This is more than just a job, it’s a genuine opportunity to shape your career in a role that’s both challenging and fulfilling, all while living and working in one of the most beautiful regions in the country. Fundamentally, we believe this is a fascinating opportunity, which will appeal to an enthusiastic and ambitious individual who can see the genuine potential of being able to play a pivotal leadership role at this very exciting time.
Be part of a team that supports communities, invests in futures, and delivers real change across Cumbria and apply today!
If you are interested in joining our team and are inspired to help lead the next phase of our journey, we look forward to your application.
Closing date: Midnight Sunday 28th September 2025.
