About the role
Shropshire Council is a unitary authority which serves the rural county of Shropshire. One of the most important things about working here is the knowledge that you’re working to help others and the real sense of achievement and purpose that brings.
Join Our Dynamic Team to Shape the Future of Organisational Communications and Governance
The Pensions Team provides an efficient service for members and scheme employers of the Shropshire County Pension Fund, prioritising excellent customer care and continuous improvement in service delivery.
* Administration of the Local Government Pension Scheme for all eligible employees and employers in Shropshire.
* Paying scheme benefits on time that are accurate
* Robust procedures and governance arrangements
* Upholding high standards of customer service
* Enhancing staff performance through ongoing development initiatives.
The Fund supports over 50,000 members and more than 160 scheme employers, categorised into active members, deferred members, and pensioners. As of 2025, the Fund exceeds £2.6 billion in value.
About you
Are you an exceptional communicator with a passion for effective leadership and robust governance? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your strategic vision and interpersonal skills drive real change? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Communications and Governance Team Leader at our organisation.
As the Communications and Governance Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in guiding our organisation's internal and external communications while ensuring the highest standards of governance.
Reporting to the Pensions Administration Manager, you will lead a team of communications professionals and governance officers, working to enhance our public profile, drive engagement, and uphold regulatory compliance.
This is an exciting opportunity for a results‑driven individual who combines creative flair with a rigorous approach to governance processes. You will be instrumental in shaping the reputation of our organisation, delivering transparent communications, and supporting our commitment to accountability and excellence.
Qualifications, skills and experience
We are seeking an outstanding candidate who has the relevant qualifications and can demonstrate the following skills and experience:
* 5 GCSE (Grade C / Level 4 or above) including Maths and English
* Minimum 7 years’ experience administering the Local Government Pension Scheme
* An appropriate degree or a diploma in Local Government Pension Scheme administration or relevant demonstrable experience in Local Government Pension Scheme administration.
* In-depth, up-to-date knowledge of the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Understanding of Disclosure of Information laws
* Experience creating and reviewing governance policies and procedures for the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Experience creating and implementing a communications strategy
* Experience of working with Local Pension Boards and Pension Committee
* Experience in leading and developing team members
Benefits
We value our employees and offer staff rewards and plenty of opportunities for personal development, apprenticeships and career progression including:
* Generous annual leave commencing at 28 days increasing with service to 33 days (pro rata for part time). With additional annual leave purchase policy.
* Access to a benefits platform with a wide range of retail discounts and salary sacrifice schemes (cars, bikes, AVCs)
* Supportive carers and parental policies (maternity, paternity, adoption leave, special leave)
* Many opportunities for flexible and agile working, we offer a hybrid model of working to promote flexible working around personal and family commitments.
* Access to counselling and occupational health services
* Staff networks
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