Do you have strong analytical, communications and technical skills and are looking to develop in the pension industry? Are you looking to work for one of the largest pension funds in the UK? We may have the role for you!
About wmpf
WMPF is one of the UK’s largest pension funds providing local authority pension benefits for employees across the West Midlands. We manage and administer the pension interests of over 330,000 scheme members, 800+ employers and currently have over £20 billion in assets under management.
We are recruiting for Responsible Investment Analyst to join our continually growing Investments Service area. Our brand-new offices are based at the i9 building in Wolverhampton and is an excellent location for transport links by car, bus, train and tram.
What the day will look like
- To assist in the preparation and delivery of Responsible Investment (RI) policy and strategic documents.
- To monitor and track the Fund’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) engagement themes and measures of success.
- To contribute to the development of the Fund’s RI approach and climate risk strategy.
- To monitor and report on the Fund’s investment climate risk strategy and transition towards net zero.
- With appropriate guidance, to work with the wider Investment team to assist in the integration of ESG into the investment processes across the Fund’s investment strategy.
About you
The ideal candidate is a degree-educated professional or someone with equivalent experience, possessing strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills, along with an aptitude for understanding and interpreting data, particularly in the context of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) research. They are self-motivated, team-oriented, and committed to professional development, maintaining high ethical standards while delivering accurate, high-quality work within strict deadlines.
Why choose us
You will also receive a generous holiday entitlement (starting with 26 days a year plus bank holidays). We usually work two days a week in the office and three from home.
We have a modern office environment that offers a relaxed working atmosphere with study and breakout areas, meeting rooms and kitchens with free tea and coffee making facilities. There are also cloakrooms, bike stores, showers and lockers available.
Other benefits whilst working for the fund include the employee awards scheme and on-the-job development where you will be provided with comprehensive study support for professional exams, formal education & structured training and the potential to advance within a growing organisation.
Working at the fund is a great way to start or develop your career and will give you the opportunity to explore, question and collaborate. You will build your skills and knowledge but also a network where everyone is here to help support you learn and develop in a place where you can thrive both professionally and personally making a shared impact.
We are delighted to have been accredited PASA, Investors in People, customer service excellence and we have Bronze Organisational Membership with the British Dyslexia Association and are working towards their Smart Award, which further underlines our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
How we support our colleagues
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance. You also have 24-hour access to an employee assistance programme.
As a new employee of our Investments team, you will receive a robust interactive 8-week induction plan providing you the opportunity to engage with key stakeholders across the fund. You will also be enrolled onto a range of professional training courses including an introduction to the LGPS and team building to encourage collaborative working, allowing you to thrive in your new role.
