Salary: £65,000 - 65,000 per year Requirements: 5-10 years experience in LGPS, Police, or Fire pensions Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Deep understanding of pension administration legislation and standards Proven experience leading data quality teams in a regulated environment Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills Experience designing data quality frameworks and assurance programmes Strong organisational and project management skills Track record of leading or contributing to data transformation projects Ability to manage complex data processes and deliver at pace Experience using UPM (nice to have) Professional qualifications in pensions, data, or business management (nice to have) Knowledge of data analytics tools such as SQL, Excel, Tableau, or Power BI (nice to have) Experience in data governance or regulatory reporting projects (nice to have) Responsibilities: Provide strategic oversight of data quality across the organisation, aligned to TPRs Data Quality framework Design and deliver a comprehensive data quality assurance regime Lead data discovery work, including identification and remediation of data issues and root cause analysis Collaborate with internal teams to drive improvements in employer data, reporting, and compliance Act as the primary contact for all data quality matters, including audit and risk engagement Produce insightful reporting and present trends to senior leadership Oversee valuation data for LGPS, Police, and Fire schemes Maintain and enhance TPR data quality scores Oversee TUPE data management and onboarding of new employers Champion digital processes, automation, and member self-service Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing Data Quality team Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth Ensure compliance with GDPR, Data Protection, and internal security policies Technologies: Excel Power BI SQL Security Tableau Support More: At LPPA, we are a leading third-party pension administrator for the Local Government, Police, and Fire sectors. Our focus is on delivering trusted, accurate, and compliant pension services backed by exceptional data quality. We are committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive organizational culture that puts people first. We offer a competitive salary ranging from £55k to £65k depending on experience, inclusion in an annual bonus scheme, and a generous pension plan. Other benefits include 30 days holiday, access to health and dental plans, a bespoke reward discount scheme, opportunities for professional growth, daily free snacks, and free car parking in Preston City Centre. last updated 16 week of 2026