Pensions Investment and Governance Officer

Location: Byfleet

The starting salary for this role is £38,090 per annum, working 36 hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term contract opportunity.

We have an opportunity to join our Surrey Pension Team (SPT) as a Pensions Investment & Governance Officer and make a significant contribution to the success of the service.

This role offers hybrid working opportunities, with attendance at our office in Weybridge expected at least one day per week.

Our Offer to You

26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time opportunities)
Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
A generous local government salary related pension
Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Surrey Pension Team and play a key role in supporting the governance and investment activities of one of the largest funds in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). The Fund manages assets of over £7 billion on behalf of more than 130,000 members and approximately 500 employers.

As a Pensions Investment & Governance Officer, you will support the delivery of a wide range of investment and governance activities that help ensure the Fund operates effectively, efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements. Working closely with colleagues across the Pension Team and external stakeholders, you will contribute to governance reporting, committee and board support, investment administration, policy maintenance, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities are varied and include:

Supporting Pension Fund Committee and Local Pension Board reporting and meetings.
Maintaining records, policies, registers and action logs.
Coordinating governance, assurance and compliance activities.
Supporting the administration and monitoring of the Fund's private investment portfolio.
Gathering, analysing and presenting data to support decision making.
Assisting with the preparation of the Fund's Annual Report and other key publications.
Supporting projects and business improvement initiatives across the Investment and Governance function.
Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to enhance processes and service delivery. Over the next 12 months, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to several important projects and initiatives across governance and investment functions. This includes supporting governance developments, investment oversight activities, reporting enhancements, regulatory compliance, continuous improvement initiatives and work associated with the future evolution of the Fund's operating model.

Why Join Us?

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop knowledge and experience within investment governance, pensions and the wider public sector. You will work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful projects and play an important role in ensuring the Fund continues to deliver effective outcomes for its members and employers.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys analysing information, coordinating complex activities and supporting decision-making. The role will contribute to the Fund's ongoing development and transformation, including work associated with evolving governance arrangements, providing varied and interesting responsibilities that are expected…