Pensions Operations Manager
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Rhondda Cynon Taff |
| Area | Pontypridd, Wales |
| Sector | Professional Services & HR |
| Salary | £53000 - £54000 per annum |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Joanna Thomas |
| Job Ref | IBV-46451 |
- Description
- Are you looking for a high-impact leadership role where your pensions expertise will shape the future of thousands of employees? This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established, purpose-driven organisation where you’ll lead pension strategy, ensure compliance, and drive real change at a senior level.
Why This Role?- Own the pensions strategy – Take charge of multi-scheme pension management for thousands of employees, making a direct impact on their financial future.
- Be the go-to expert – Work closely with senior leadership, finance, and external stakeholders, influencing major pension decisions.
- Lead and innovate – Drive best practices, governance, and compliance, ensuring pension members receive clear, expert guidance on their retirement savings.
- Future-proof your career – Join an industry-leading organisation that values expertise, strategic thinking, and innovation.
- Managing multiple pension schemes (both DB & DC) with 4,500+ members.
- Providing expert strategic advice to senior leadership on pension risks, governance, and funding.
- Ensuring full compliance with legislation, industry regulations, and company policies.
- Leading a specialist pensions team, overseeing complex pension projects and audits.
- Engaging with trade unions, actuaries, pension providers, and finance teams to deliver pension excellence.
- Educating and empowering employees by driving pension awareness and engagement strategies.
- Proven experience in managing both DB and DC pension schemes at a senior level.
- Strong knowledge of pension governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills – able to translate complex pension issues into clear, actionable advice.
- Ability to influence and collaborate at board level and with external pension providers.
- Relevant pensions qualifications (PMI Associate or equivalent preferred).
- Salary circa £53,000 per annum
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- 37-hour work week
- Excellent pension scheme
- Hybrid working available – role based in RCT
- Additional benefits package to support your well-being and career development
Apply today or reach out for a confidential chat.
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