The starting salary for this role is £47,142 per annum, working 36 hours per week.
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Employer Funding Manager to join our dynamic Surrey Pension Team. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the operational delivery of employer funding activities within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), supporting over 130,000 members and 500 participating employers.
Our Offer to You
* 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
* Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
* A generous local government salary related pension
* Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
* Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
* An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
* Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
* Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
* A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.
About the Role
You will lead a small team and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders-including employers, actuaries, auditors, and legal advisors-to ensure the effective management of employer funding operations. This includes cessations, admissions, conversions, and supporting large-scale events such as valuations.
You will lead the day-to-day operations of the employer funding team, ensuring all activities comply with relevant legislation and policy. A core part of your role will involve supporting the delivery of large-scale scheme events, such as valuations, in alignment with the funding strategy.
Building and maintaining strong working relationships with employers and professional partners is essential, alongside monitoring employer performance against agreed service level agreements and internal KPIs. Collaboration with customer engagement teams will be key to delivering effective employer training and guidance. You will also provide accurate data and insights to support reporting for Committees and the Board. Finally, the role requires driving continuous improvement through process optimisation and embracing digital innovation.
Shortlisting criteria
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours :
* A proven track record in pensions management, particularly within defined benefit schemes.
* Strong understanding of public sector pensions, funding strategies, and statutory regulations.
* Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial/pensions data.
* Experience in leading teams and managing performance.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage non-specialist audiences.
* A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering a first-class customer experience.
* Experience managing services under commercial agreements.
To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions:
1. Please describe your experience in managing pensions, particularly defined benefit schemes. How have you applied your knowledge of public sector pensions, funding strategies, and statutory regulations in previous roles?
2. Give an example of a time when you interpreted complex financial or pensions data to inform decision-making. What was the context, what analysis did you perform, and what impact did your work have?
3. Tell us about your experience in leading a team and managing performance. How have you motivated and developed your team while working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders?
4. Describe a situation where you improved a process or introduced digital innovation to enhance efficiency or customer experience. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a £6bn fund supporting public service employees across Surrey.
* Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
* Lead meaningful change and innovation in pension service delivery.
* Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 07/12/2025 with interviews planned to follow.
Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.
For an informal discussion please contact Leigh Bouteloupt via email at .
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Files to download
* Employer Funding Manager - Job Description (PDF)
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