Pensions Lead

You will act as the Partnership's subject matter expert, providing critical thought-leadership and advising senior stakeholders to ensure logical, evidence-based decisions are reached on complex pension matters. By building productive relationships with the UK Pension Scheme Trustee and the Channel Islands Trustee/Administrator and external advisers, you will ensure our proposition not only meets high industry standards and regulatory requirements but also delivers an exceptional, simplified experience for our Partners Contract type - Permanent Working hours - Part time, job share. 21 hours per week. You will be required to work on Monday & Tuesdays with flexibility on the third day. Working pattern/flexible working -The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach, meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business. You will be required to be in the office up to days a week to connect and on a more ad-hoc basis to attend key meetings.,

• Establish team tone, context, and outcomes with a focus on the customer's voice.
• Actively investigate external and internal trends, best practice, risks and opportunities for the proposition, gathering and analysing feedback. Complete gap analysis for current and future propositions, define change demand.
• Keep abreast of all relevant legal and regulatory changes and respond accordingly, working closely with the Employment Law team.
• Identify the impacts of the Partnership plan and People plan on the pension proposition, and prioritise areas of development.
• Act as the subject matter expert on pensions, synthesising insight to inform senior level discussions. Contribute to the creation of an integrated Partner strategy, drawing on your understanding of the organisation.
• Actively seek opportunities to develop, innovate and improve the proposition.
• Develop, own and periodically review the standards, operating procedures, business rules, system requirements and procedural guidance to support the proposition.
• Engage stakeholders effectively, within and beyond function, to foster a culture of cross-functional, pan-Partnership collaboration. Champion the proposition with senior teams and seek their advocacy for change.
• Simplify propositions and processes, removing legacy arrangements that no longer meet business objectives.
• Manage the risks and issues, and any resolution processes that arise., Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.
Faith & Belief FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.Gender Equality Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.Linkages Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.Pride Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.Working Parents Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.Care Experience Providing a safe and supportive community for Partners with experience in the care system.Carers Network The network aims to raise awareness and support Partners who are carers, and their allies.Ability Championing workplace disability inclusion by creating a supportive environment and offering peer communities for those with diverse needs.Unity Our BAME Network supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic Partners, celebrate their contributions and create a more inclusive workplace.Faith & Belief FAB (Faith & Belief) is aimed at educating, celebrating and increasing awareness of all faiths and beliefs.Gender Equality Promoting Gender equality, empowering Partners to overcome barriers and be more involved in topics outside of their day job.Linkages Our intergenerational or age network aiming to build awareness of the benefits and opportunities of an intergenerational workforce.Pride Our first network that we developed. Designed to support the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.Working Parents Our Working Parents' Network supports and inspires working parents throughout their parenting journey.


• Professional pension qualification such e.g. actuarial or PMI would be useful, or relevant experience in a senior Pensions role
• Thorough understanding of the operation of pension schemes
• Takes a first principles approach to problem-solving
• Experience in dealing with Executive and/or Trustee boards
• Leading and completing delivery of complex multi-part, multi-stakeholder projects
• Deep understanding of Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution pension schemes, including experience of developing and assuring of pension propositions
• Working knowledge of the HR lifecycle
• Experience in managing senior stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally.
  
  As the Pensions Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the John Lewis Partnership's pension proposition, ensuring it remains a cornerstone of our unique employee-owned model. Reporting to the Chief People Experience & Reward Officer, you will use your deep expertise to lead the strategic direction of our pension offerings, aligning them with our broader business objectives and People Strategy. You won't just be managing a scheme; you will be a visionary architect, contributing to the creation of an integrated total Reward Strategy that ensures our Partners continue to thrive., We're the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We're not just employees, we're Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there's never been a more exciting time to join us.
We're ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose. As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect. We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we're free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective. As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it., This is where you'll be based, whether that's in a shop, distribution centre or one of our head offices. London Central Office 1 Drummond Gate London, SW1V 2QQ See Commute

Leisure Learning Enjoy learning a new skill or hobby even more by claiming up to £200 towards certain tutored courses. (Applies to courses which you pay for in advance yourself).PARTNER DISCOUNT 25% off at John Lewis and 20% at Waitrose. We knew you'd like this one! (some exclusions apply). (Partner discount is only available following successful completion of your 90-day Earning Membership period once you have started).Clubs & Societies From arts & crafts to fishing, from skiing to running, we have so many clubs and societies bringing Partners with shared interests together.HOLIDAY & LEAVE Enjoy a generous holiday provision. Plenty of time for some rest and relaxation. (The amount of holiday you'll get depends on your role and working hours. It increases over time).PENSION & LIFE ASSURANCE Secure your future with our comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance.