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Description
Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact.
This role is based in Wolverhampton and will play a key part in developing and delivering LGPS Central’s hedging investment solutions in support of the government’s Fit for the Future agenda.
The postholder will work closely with the Head of Alternatives & Hedging Solutions to build, implement and manage hedging portfolio solutions that meet the needs of Partner Funds and wider stakeholders. This will include responsibility for research, portfolio construction, manager selection, oversight and ongoing monitoring, while ensuring that portfolios are managed in line with LGPS Central’s investment, responsible investment, risk and compliance frameworks.
As a senior member of the team, the postholder will also help shape the development of the function, contribute to a strong investment culture, and represent LGPS Central credibly with Partner Funds, managers and other key stakeholders.
This role is a certified role under the Senior Manager’s Certification Regime and will be subject to assessments in Fitness and Propriety and any other regulatory requirements.
What You'll Be Doing
Investment Strategy and Portfolio Management
Work with the Head of Alternatives & Hedging Solutions on the development and implementation of hedging investment solutions
Support the design of solutions that meet Partner Fund requirements, government expectations and relevant legislative or regulatory requirements
Build and manage multi-manager hedging portfolio solutions
Contribute strategic views and implement investment decisions within agreed mandates and governance parameters
Lead or support strategy research, manager selection, portfolio construction and ongoing portfolio monitoring
Ensure portfolios are managed within agreed objectives, limits and risk parameters
Oversight, Monitoring and Reporting
Deliver a transparent, auditable and repeatable investment process for hedging solutions
Source and assess appropriate investment opportunities and external managers
Oversee and monitor managers and portfolio holdings on an ongoing basis
Evaluate portfolio performance, risk, implementation and outcomes, and escalate issues where appropriate
Help ensure that reporting for hedging solutions meets the needs of Partner Funds and internal stakeholders
Governance, Risk and Compliance
Embed and monitor risk and compliance requirements in line with the Company’s Risk and Compliance Framework
Support the development and operation of an appropriate first line of defence control framework within the Investment Team
Ensure investment activity is delivered in line with internal policies, governance standards and delegated authority arrangements
Integrate LGPS Central’s responsible investment approach into the investment process and culture, including consideration of ESG risks and stewardship-related factors where relevant
Leadership and Team Contribution
Deputise for the Head of Alternatives & Hedging Solutions when required, including at Investment Committee, client meetings and committee presentations
Assist with recruitment and the ongoing development of team capability as the function grows
Line manage and support analysts where applicable, helping to build a high-performing and collaborative team culture
Champion a rigorous, research-based and accountable investment culture across LGPS Central
Take responsibility for projects delegated by the Investment Directors and ensure they are appropriately resourced and delivered on time and to budget
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong and credible relationships with Partner Funds, colleagues, managers and other external stakeholders
Act as an ambassador for LGPS Central within the investment community and with relevant stakeholders
Present clearly and confidently on portfolio matters, strategy and performance where required
About Us
LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK.
LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are:
Cheshire Pension Fund
Derbyshire Pension Fund
Leicestershire Pension Fund
Nottinghamshire Pension Fund
Shropshire Pension Fund
Staffordshire Pension Fund
West Midlands Pension Fund
Worcestershire Pension Fund
Gloucestershire Pension Fund
Hampshire Pension Fund
Sulfolk County Council
Wiltshire Pension Fund
Norfolk Pension Fund
Oxfordshire Pension Fund
The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class.
LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links.
Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds
Requirements
Significant experience in sourcing, researching and monitoring hedging strategies and solutions, including portfolio construction
Experience in the management and oversight of investment portfolios, including evaluation of performance and risk
Experience of collaborative investment decision-making and portfolio management at a senior level
Strong understanding of external manager research, selection and oversight
Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills
Good people management capability and the ability to support and develop others
Ability to build credibility and effective working relationships across a wide stakeholder group
High degree of professional ethics, integrity and judgement
Experience of working with institutional investors, pooled funds or manager of managers structures
Knowledge of the LGPS, public sector pensions environment, or regulated asset management environment
Experience of presenting to committees, boards or client groups
Familiarity with responsible investment considerations in portfolio design and oversight.
Qualifications:
CFA or equivalent qualification/ relevant investment experience.
Preferably degree level or equivalent in relevant discipline.
Has or can meet all the requirements of being an FCA approved person
What Do We Offer?
We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer.
Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy:
Competitive salary
An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme
30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays
2 days paid volunteering days
An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays
Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities
Welfare and Family friendly policies
Enhanced pay for new parents
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support
Vitality Private Medical Insurance
Hybrid Working
Company Service Awards
Cycle to Work Scheme
Company Electric Vehicle Scheme
Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023
Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023
Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation
Winner of Pool of the Year 2025
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