Pensions Governance & Risk Management Consultant

Salary Description:
Competitive
Location Description:
Offices in London or Hertfordshire, travel to meetings when required
Job Role:
Pensions Consultant, Pensions Technician
Employment Type:
Full-time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Application Deadline:
Unspecified
Posted:
27th November 2025
Recruiter:
Sammons Pensions
Job Ref:
V-117418

Are you passionate about governance and risk management within the pensions industry? We’re looking for an experienced consultant to lead and deliver high-quality projects that make a real impact. 


About the Role 
As a Governance and Risk Management Consultant, you’ll work closely with trustee boards and senior stakeholders to provide expert advice on governance frameworks, risk management strategies, and regulatory compliance. 
You’ll manage projects end-to-end, build strong client relationships, and contribute to thought leadership in the industry. 

Key Responsibilities 
  • Deliver governance and risk management projects for DB and DC pension schemes. 
  • Act as a trusted adviser, helping clients address complex challenges. 
  • Lead small project teams and mentor junior colleagues. 
  • Conduct governance reviews, develop policies, and design risk frameworks. 
  • Provide clear, high-quality reports and presentations to clients. 
  • Support business development through networking and client engagement. 

What We’re Looking For 
  • Proven experience in governance and risk management within pension schemes. 
  • Strong technical knowledge of pensions, risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements. 
  • Excellent communication skills—able to simplify complex information. 
  • Ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively. 
  • Self-starter with critical thinking and a focus on quality. 
  • Proficiency in MS Office and comfortable working remotely.

Please quote reference 117418. If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to £250! Click here for further details on our recommendation scheme. This is just one of the many roles we are working on at the Sammons Recruitment Group. Please visit our website www.sammons.co.uk for full details on all Permanent, Temporary and Contract career opportunities we are actively seeking candidates for. Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.

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