Overview
An opportunity has arisen in the Pensions Team at East Sussex for a Pensions Support Officer to provide support to the pensions team across a number of areas on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. The post holder will support a range of pensions services focusing on Governance and Compliance or Employer Engagement activities to the East Sussex Pension Fund. Working within a dynamic team of specialists dedicated to Pensions, the postholder will provide a professional service in relation to a range of workstreams and projects including:
* Freedom of Information requests;
* website management;
* communications;
* employer engagement with the 140 scheme employers giving direction on regulatory and operational requirements;
* research on new initiatives or guidance from regulators, government bodies or expert advisers; and strategy and policy review and creation;
* Engaging with external advisors
The role will also involve providing substantial support to the governance team in relation to meeting the requirements of the 'Fit for the Future' consultation from a governance perspective during the period of change for the Fund. The post holder will be supporting the management team and elected members in administering the Local Government Pension Scheme for East Sussex eligible employers and the circa 82,000 beneficiaries. The role will be primarily remote with some time in the office at County Hall, the Head Office for the County Council. It is based on the edge of Lewes Town Centre, which is within walking distance to the town and train station. County Hall is also on a bus route and car parking is available on site at a reduced rate for employees.
The East Sussex Pension Fund will offer you flexible working, an engaged and dynamic team and the knowledge that you will be making a difference working to member's pensions. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
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