Systems and Projects Lead

Job Title: Systems and Projects Lead 
Salary: 
    SO1: £28,522 - £30,289 per annum 
    PO1: £32,846 - £35,247 per annum (PO1 available based on pensions professional qualification alongside relevant pensions experience applicable to the role)
35 Hours per Week
Location:  Hybrid working and County Hall, Worcester
Permanent, Full-time

The Role: 

Worcestershire Pension Fund is looking for a System and Project Lead to join and lead our Projects Team.  The System and Project Lead sits within the Membership team and has line management responsibility for a Project Officer and multiple Business Support Officers.  The successful candidate will be leading the Funds System and Projects programme ensuring that the Fund complies with its statutory responsibilities as an administering authority for the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 

You will support the Head of Pensions Administration in managing the Funds key Projects.  
You will need a strong knowledge of the LGPS and relevant Pensions Administration experience. 
You will be able to lead the development, maintenance and improvement of the Pensions System reviewing quarterly upgrades alongside the Pension Managers.  
You will have had previous experience in leading, or playing a major part, in delivering Projects, and understand the techniques used. 
You will be able to review processes and identify ways in which to improve them through implementing system changes and automation in particular Self Service portals. 

We are a fast paced, dynamic, enthusiastic and inclusive team and pride ourselves on the development and progression of our staff.  This is a great opportunity to join a service committed to your development and offering a chance to contribute real benefits to or stakeholders.  You will be offered a personal development plan, tailored to your goals and aspirations, and offered further training and development along the way.

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of some of the benefits in a document attached to this job advert so do take a look! Some of the other benefits we can offer include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 30 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 25 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 30 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

How to Apply:

Applications are invited to apply for this role.
 
Please find the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Please write your submission with consideration for the essential and desirable criteria on the Person Specification. This should include examples why you should be considered; the experience, skills and knowledge that you would bring to the post.

Please submit your application to Richard Sultana, Head of Pensions Administration at rsultana@worcestershire.gov.uk. 

Application Closing Date: Sunday, 09th April 2023
Anticipated Interview Date: Monday, 17th April 2023