NILGOSC

Investment Services Manager Location: Belfast Salary: £56,724 - £60,201 (under review) Contract: permanent, full-time Shape how we invest local government pensions in Northern Ireland NILGOSC administers the Local Government Pension Scheme in Northern Ireland. We manage a multi-billion-pound pension fund invested across a wide range of asset classes and have a strong commitment to responsible investing. Investments include Fixed Income, Equities, Property and Infrastructure. Equity holdings include a large passive holding in a Low Carbon Transition Developed Markets Equity Fund which has a carbon reduction target. Other examples of what we invest in include: offshore and onshore wind farms; airports, toll roads, rail networks; healthcare facilities and commercial and residential property across the UK and internationally. We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our Investment team to enhance our approach to alternative assets and responsible investment across the fund. You will be responsible for managing NILGOSC's global alternative asset management portfolio, providing strategic and technical advice to our Committee and lead on NILGOSC's responsible investment strategy. A full Job Description is available as part of the application pack. Who should apply We're looking for a values driven professional who enjoys working as part of a team and has a positive can-do attitude. You will need: A degree or equivalent third level qualification. To be a fully qualified chartered accountant or chartered financial analyst and a current member of a recognised professional body. Four years' relevant financial experience - must include at least one year post qualification. One year management experience to include management, development and training of staff. An understanding of financial markets and investing with the ability to understand and challenge complex investment strategies and financial instruments. Confidence operating in a compliance-heavy context and influencing and presenting at Board level. Details of the full criteria are available as part of the application pack. What you get in return Work that directly supports the pensions of local government employees across NI 35 hour working week (5 days, Monday to Friday) 26 days annual leave each year and 12 statutory/closure days 1 team and 1 personal wellness day each year Flexi time options Convenient location with on-site and ample on-street parking Generous pension and life cover as a member of the NI Local Government Pension Scheme Apply Today Please select the 'apply now' button below and visit our website Careers - NILGOSC where you will find full details on the role, including a Job Description, full criteria and monitoring form. To apply, please send us your CV along with a completed monitoring form. Your CV must demonstrate competence in the areas set out in the person specification as well as provide details of your qualifications. Closing date: Your CV, monitoring form and any supporting document must be submitted no later than 10 am on 21 January 2026. Please note that future vacancies may be filled from a waiting list, which will be held following this competition. We do not require any assistance or CVs from agencies at this stage. NILGOSC is committed to an Equal Opportunities Policy and to appointing the best person for the job irrespective of religion, political opinion, gender, disability, racial group, age, marital status, sexual orientation or whether or not you have dependants. However, as employees with a disability and males are currently underrepresented in our workforce we would particularly welcome applicants from these groupings. All appointments will be made on merit.

Payroll Team Leader (Pension Services) Salary £39,152 to £40,777 per annum (under review) Valued at £10.9bn, NILGOSC is the largest pension fund in Northern Ireland and we are looking for a Team Leader to join our Pensions Payroll team and help us provide an excellent service to our members. The Role: you will be responsible for leading and motivating staff; helping ensure the day-to-day operation of the team runs smoothly; allocating and prioritising work; ensuring performance standards are achieved; and ensuring staff are appraised, trained and developed so they can competently undertake their duties in line with Local Government Pension Scheme regulations. The Person: we are looking for someone who is self-motivated, enjoys working as part of a team and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will need: Five GCSEs (including English Language and Mathematics) and four years' experience OR five GCSEs, level three qualifications and three years' experience OR five GCSEs, a level five/six qualification and two years' experience . experience of running a computerised payroll process from end to end (for at least 100+) Up to date knowledge and understanding of the legal and regulatory framework governing the administration of payroll, HMRC and other relevant legislation. One year's experience of allocating, checking and monitoring the work of others. What you get in return: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday) flexitime options 23 days annual leave and 12 statutory holidays per year 1 team and 1 personal wellness day each year opportunity to gain relevant qualifications convenient location with ample free, on-street parking generous life cover as a member of the NI Local Government Pension Scheme For more details : please select the 'apply now' button below and visit our website Careers - NILGOSC where you will find full details on the role, including a Job Description, full criteria and monitoring form. Interested? If you would like to join us, please send us your CV along with a completed monitoring form. Closing date: Your CV, monitoring form and any supporting document must be returned no later than 10 am on Monday, 26 January 2026. Please note that future vacancies may be filled from a waiting list, which will be held following this competition. We do not require any assistance or CVs from agencies at this stage. NILGOSC is committed to an Equal Opportunities Policy and to appointing the best person for the job irrespective of religion, political opinion, gender, disability, racial group, age, marital status, sexual orientation or whether or not you have dependants. However, as employees with a disability and males are currently underrepresented in our workforce we would particularly welcome applicants from these groupings. All appointments will be made on merit.