MANAGER – PENSION FUND – Epz Global 171 views

Key Responsibilities

• Develop pension fund policies, strategies, and objectives aligned with the Organisation’s HR and financial goals.
• Serve as a principal advisor to the Board of Trustees and senior HR leadership on pension fund matters.
• Ensure strong governance in line with best practices, fund rules, and regulations under the Pension and Provident Funds Act.
• Manage the pension fund’s investment strategy to maximize returns within acceptable risk parameters.
• Monitor and review investment performance, asset allocation, and economic trends with reporting to stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external investment managers, actuaries, and financial advisors.
• Ensure the pension fund complies with all relevant legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements, including those of the Insurance & Pensions Commission (IPEC).
• Implement effective risk management frameworks to safeguard fund assets and benefits.
• Ensure accurate and timely pension payrolls and actuarial data preparation.
• Act as the key contact for pensioners, participating members, HR colleagues, trustees, and administrators regarding fund matters.
• Prepare and present regular reports on fund performance, compliance status, and strategic initiatives to management and governance bodies.
• Collaborate across HR and finance functions to integrate pension considerations into HR strategies and total reward frameworks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CFA, CIPD, or actuarial/pension trusteeship certification is an advantage.
• 5 years’ experience in pension fund management or related financial/investment roles.

How to Apply