Pensions Investment Manager and Finance Business Partner - Central Finance

We are an accredited CIPFA employer, and an ACCA approved employer currently looking for two CCAB (or equivalent) qualified accountants/finance professionals. The successful applicants will want to make a difference and push themselves to grow, develop and thrive. We are committed to investing in you with training and support as we strive to deliver excellent support to our vital services across the council in this challenging time for local government.

While you do not necessarily need public sector experience, you will have a proactive approach focused on excellence, be passionate about putting our customers at the heart of everything we do and have the courage to make constructive change as we redesign the way we work together with our clients, customers, and partners.

The Finance Business Partner role sits within Central Finance, focusing on Corporate Accounting and production of statutory financial statements and associated documents, for example Whole Government Accounts. The postholder will report to the Chief Accountant and will lead on Collection Fund and Business Rates Accounting for the local authority, this will involve building relationships with partners across Worcestershire. The role will also produce regular reports relating to the Pension Fund which includes collating investment valuation and performance data.

The Pensions Investment Manager role forms a key part of the Pension Investments Team, contributing significantly to the overall investment strategy of Worcestershire County Council Pension Fund (WPF). The post holder will be responsible for the review investment content for the Pension Fund Financial Statements and production of the Fund's Annual Report in conjunction with colleagues in Central Finance. They will also attend at LGPS Central meetings and deputise where necessary. The postholder, reporting to the Head of Pensions Investments, will also liaise with Partners to ensure the reporting of Responsible Investment and Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) issues relating to the Fund. This will be to the Pension Board, Pensions Committee and Pension Investments Sub Committee.

Both posts will also be involved in several other cross-council initiatives and have staff management responsibilities., Equality: Worcestershire County Council is committed to promoting equality and diversity and ensuring that all appointments are made based on the suitability of a candidate to the role only. In line with the "Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, we do not automatically reject applicants with a criminal record. Every application will be considered individually, considering the nature and circumstances of the conviction and the type of work applied for. You will not be asked to disclose 'spent' convictions unless the work requires access to children and vulnerable adults.

We are inclusive - this is really important to us, and we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, Disability Confident is helping us recruit and retain great people to meet our workforce needs. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please let us know., While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you. Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives!

With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you're successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!


• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.


• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.