Thank you for your interest in leading Hertfordshire Pension Fund as our next Head of Pensions, a pivotal leadership role at a time of transformation.
The Hertfordshire Pension Fund is part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and administered by Hertfordshire County Council. With 123,922 members, 529 employers, and £6.25 billion in assets, we are a cornerstone of financial security for thousands of public sector employees across the county. Joining us means playing a vital role in delivering excellence, innovation, and integrity in public service.
The Fund is entering an exciting new chapter. Currently part of the ACCESS pool, we are preparing to transition to Border to Coast Pensions Partnership (BCPP) by April 2026. This move aligns with national LGPS pooling requirements and will open access to a broader range of investment opportunities, enhanced governance, and collaboration with one of the UK’s largest asset pools.
We take pride in strong governance and sound investment decisions to ensure statutory obligations and fiduciary responsibilities are met. We partner with Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) to deliver administration services to members and employers, and work closely with our actuaries, Barnett Waddingham, and investment consultant, Mercer, to achieve our mission. But we’re not standing still. We’re embracing innovation and continuous improvement to meet the growing demands of the LGPS and the wider pensions industry.
This is your opportunity to lead a Fund that is rising to meet challenges head-on delivering the McCloud remedy, driving progress towards Net Zero, and advancing our Place-Based Impact Investment Strategy. You will help to shape the future of public sector pensions.
The current post holder will retire at the end of March after many years of dedicated service and so this creates an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to join us and play a key role in shaping the Fund’s future.
We are seeking a strategic leader with experience in setting, directing, and implementing successful strategy to lead the Fund. Our people are crucial to our success, so you must have strong people management skills and the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, tailoring your communication style to different audiences. Building effective relationships both within and beyond the organisation and preparing for collaboration with our future Border to Coast partners will be essential. You will also need to lead and inspire your Management Team to take the organisation to the next level.
It really is a fantastic time to be joining us as we look to build on the strong foundation which we have built over the last few years and look to adapt to the exciting changes following implementation of the Pensions Review. Come and join a team that supports communities, invests in futures, and delivers real change across Hertfordshire.
I hope that this role will pique your interest levels, and that the information below will provide as much detail as you require. However, I would welcome conversations with candidates who would like to learn a little more from me. Please liaise with our recruitment partners at The Resourcing Solution who will be able to arrange a conversation.
Thank you and I look forward to receiving your application.
