In-House Pensions Governance Manager

Salary Description:
£65516 - £68119 per annum, Benefits: Excellent benefits package
Location Description:
Wiltshire, c.2 days in the office per week
Job Role:
Pension Manager / Director
Employment Type:
Full-time
Contract Type:
Permanent
Application Deadline:
Unspecified
Posted:
9th April 2026
Recruiter:
Sammons Pensions
Job Ref:
V-125770

A great opportunity for an experienced pensions governance specialist to lead and enhance the governance framework of a large public sector pension fund. You’ll play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance, embedding LGPS best practice, and supporting effective decision‑making across Committees and Boards. 

Wiltshire, c.2 days in the office per week 

About the Role 
  • Lead and develop the Fund’s governance framework, ensuring full compliance with LGPS regulations and wider pensions legislation 
  • Act as the key governance contact for Committees, Boards, scheme employers, advisers and regulatory bodies 
  • Support Committee and Board operations, including agenda planning, report preparation, member training and annual effectiveness reviews 
  • Oversee statutory governance functions including breach reporting, GDPR compliance, audit follow‑up and the Fund’s risk management arrangements  Manage governance‑related procurement activity and monitor performance of advisers and service providers 
  • Contribute as a core member of the management team, providing expert pensions governance advice and supporting Fund‑wide strategic projects 
About You 
  • Extensive Pensions technical knowledge, gained either working on private sector Defined Benefit or LGPS  
  • Experience in committee governance, policy development, risk management and delivering governance improvements 
  • Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a regulatory setting 
  • A proactive, collaborative and influential professional able to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders across the LGPS landscape   

Please quote reference 125770     

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