Employer Funding And Risk Lead

Employer Funding & Risk Lead – 250 Per DayWiltshire Council | Pension Fund Governance & Employer Risk ManagementLocation: WiltshireDaily Rate: 250 per daySpecialism: Local Government Pensions | Employer Funding | Financial RiskProtect financial stability. Influence critical decisions. Make a measurable impact.Ackerman Pierce is recruiting an experienced Employer Funding & Risk Lead to support Wiltshire Council and the Wiltshire Pension Fund.Offering 250 per day, this is an opportunity for a pensions or financial risk professional to play an important role in safeguarding the financial sustainability of a major local government pension fund.Working closely with the Head of Wiltshire Pension Fund, you will take responsibility for identifying, monitoring and managing employer-related financial risks across a diverse network of more than 170 participating employers.With annual employer pension contributions of approximately 125 million, this position offers substantial professional responsibility and the opportunity to influence decisions that directly affect the Fund's long-term financial resilience.The OpportunityYou will help ensure that employer funding arrangements remain robust, financial exposures are identified early and appropriate action is taken to protect the interests of the Fund and its members.Working with local authorities, education providers, charities and other participating organisations, you will provide specialist advice on employer funding, financial obligations, organisational changes and emerging risks.This position requires strong analytical judgement, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to translate complex pensions matters into practical recommendations.Key ResponsibilitiesEmployer Financial Risk: Proactively identify, assess and monitor financial and operational risks associated with participating employers, recognising changes that could affect individual funding positions or the Fund overall.Contribution Monitoring: Oversee employer contribution arrangements, ensuring payments are received accurately and on time, with appropriate action taken where discrepancies or delays arise.Employer Solvency: Monitor financial stability and emerging solvency concerns, assessing potential exposure and escalating material risks to the Head of Wiltshire Pension Fund.Funding & Financial Sustainability: Support the effective management of employer funding arrangements and contribute to protecting the Fund's long-term financial position.Employer Admissions & Cessations: Manage and coordinate processes associated with new employer admissions, organisational restructures, changes in participation and employer exits.Pension Risk Governance: Support the development and application of appropriate risk management arrangements, ensuring emerging issues are identified, documented and addressed.Specialist Employer Advice: Act as a knowledgeable point of contact for participating organisations, providing guidance on pension funding responsibilities, financial implications and employer-related pension matters.Stakeholder Relationship Management: Build and maintain effective working relationships across the Fund's extensive employer network, encouraging engagement, transparency and timely communication.Senior Management Reporting: Provide clear analysis, risk assessments and recommendations to support informed decisions by senior pension fund leadership.About YouWe are looking for an experienced pensions, funding or financial risk professional who combines strong technical understanding with excellent analytical and stakeholder management capabilities.You will ideally demonstrate:Experience within pension fund administration, employer funding, financial risk management or a related public-sector finance environment.Good working knowledge of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and employer funding responsibilities.An understanding of employer contribution arrangements, pension liabilities and financial risk.Experience assessing financial information, identifying emerging risks and recommending appropriate action.Knowledge of employer admissions, cessations, organisational restructuring or pension fund participation arrangements.Strong communication and relationship management skills, with confidence advising employers and senior stakeholders.Excellent analytical judgement, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.A proactive approach to identifying risks, resolving issues and supporting effective governance.Experience working with local authority pension funds or multi-employer pension schemes would be particularly advantageous.Why Consider This Opportunity?250 Per Day A specialist opportunity offering a competitive daily rate.Significant Financial Responsibility Contribute to monitoring employer funding arrangements within a pension fund receiving approximately 125 million in annual employer contributions.Direct Strategic Engagement Work closely with the Head of Wiltshire Pension Fund, providing insight and recommendations on material funding and solvency risks.Diverse Employer Relationships Engage with more than 170 participating employers across local government, education, charities and wider public services.Meaningful Professional Impact Help strengthen financial governance, manage employer-related risks and protect the long-term sustainability of pension arrangements.Take the Next StepIf you're an experienced pensions or employer funding professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.Apply today or contact George Willett at Ackerman Pierce to discuss the position and next steps.George Willett Senior Recruitment Consultant | Ackerman Pierce Email: [email protected] Direct: 0208 103 3779Ackerman Pierce | Specialist Public Sector & Corporate Services Recruitment