USS Investment Management Limited

Technology Services Architect Business Area: IT Place of Work: Liverpool Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model. About the role In your role as Technology Services Architect you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity tobecome a highly technical member of the team responsible for ensuring that current and new systems fit the USS enterprise environment, working to a defined Architecture Engagement Model. Understanding how all parts of the business model work, including processes, technology, and application architectures. Meeting the requirements of the USS and USSIM stakeholders, ensuring functional and operational needs are considered. Translating the technical architecture into the technical project and business project initiatives. Taking the role of subject matter experts in their specialism, providing guidance and assistance to all technical teams, and ensuring the integrity of USS systems. Technical Solutions Architects at USS are responsible for assessing the impact of integrating and deploying new technologies into the USS architecture, developing statements of work, defining solutions and technical design documents with handover to BAU engineering teams for build. What you will be doing As a trusted part of the IT you will: Lead solution design and architecture for new technologies and initiatives across USS Produce high- and low-level design documents, ensuring alignment with governance and architecture standards Design and implement infrastructure and cloud solutions (Azure/AWS), ensuring strategic fit and operational readiness Act as a technical mentor and guide to support and engineering teams Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technology solutions meet business needs and enable seamless project handover Stay up to date with emerging technologies and define operational standards and deployment strategies Support governance and policy development for deployed and future IT technologies About you We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile. To be successful in the role you will have: Essential: Strong knowledge of USS core technologies: server stacks, storage, virtualisation, Microsoft ADDS Experience managing technical workload, including projects and BAU tasks Skilled in producing high- and low-level technical design documentation Proficient in Office365, cloud services, backup management, and datacentre/cloud environments Experience working in multi-vendor and multi-hosted datacentre setups with high availability and disaster recovery Desirable: Familiarity with architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF), networking, ITIL, and PRINCE2 Experience in Financial Services and with Nutanix technology Azure design and Unified Communications (MS Teams/Skype) experience Why join us? At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development. We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits! How we will reward you Great starting salary Generous annual leave package Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay) Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live Cycle to Work Scheme Our culture and values Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them 'front and centre' of what we do. This is embedded through our values: - Integrity - Collaboration - Excellence About us Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting .

Pensions Rules & Regulatory Control Analyst Place of Work: Liverpool Contract Type: Permanent When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model. About the role In your role as Pensions Rules & Regulatory Control Analyst you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity toprovide independent oversight and analysis of adherence to applicable Scheme Rules and regulations within the Pensions Business. What you will be doing As a trusted part of the Pensions Solutions and Control you will: Ensure new and emerging scheme rules are understood and embedded in the adherence framework Track and monitor legal and regulatory changes, supporting implementation with business owners Maintain and update R&R framework documentation, including change processes and matrix Review breaches, compliance and audit findings, supporting root cause and trend analysis Identify and assess controls, highlight gaps, suggest improvements and track progress Perform regular reviews of mapped processes to ensure obligations and controls remain accurate Produce clear, insightful MI and reporting for business owners and executive committees About you We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile. To be successful in the role you will have: Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail Good knowledge of the pensions environment with strong analytical ability Skilled in stakeholder management, relationship building and influencing Confident communicator, able to present clearly to Executive level Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and Word Positive, proactive attitude with willingness to learn and develop Why join us? At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development. We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits! How we will reward you Great starting salary Generous annual leave package Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay) Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent Employee Volunteer Day's to support the communities where you work and live Cycle to Work Scheme Our culture and values Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them 'front and centre' of what we do. This is embedded through our values: Integrity Collaboration Excellence About us Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting .

When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. About the role In your role as IT Configuration Analyst you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity toreport to our IT Service Desk & Support Manager as a fundamental part of the USS Technology Services group function. As an IT Configuration Analyst, you will be managing all configuration-related day-to-day activities such as asset, configuration, and lifecycle management. The role will also be responsible for building and configuring end-user compute hardware and ensuring the IT build areas are to standard. This role will maintain the accuracy and integrity of config data within ITSM & CMDB tools, ensuring that they are aligned with ITILv4 & USS policies and practices. You will act as a central point of contact for managing the supporting configuration-related queries and contribute to the effective resolution of incidents and the delivery of high-quality IT services. This role is based in London but will require occasional travel to the Liverpool office. What you will be doing As a trusted part of the IT you will: Provide support and guidance on Configuration Management across the London and Liverpool IT teams. Manage the full asset lifecycle for hardware, software, and equipment in USSIM offices. Develop and implement processes for tracking IT assets from purchase to decommission. Perform inventories, monitor asset usage, and maintain accurate records and reports. Deploy end-user compute hardware and maintain the IT Build & Storage areas. Standardise equipment to reduce costs and identify improvement opportunities. Liaise with suppliers and support IT Management with procurement, reporting, and issue resolution. About you We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile. To be successful in the role you will have: Experience in hardware asset management and IT environments. Ability to produce accurate reports with high attention to detail. Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure. Experience working within an ITIL service-focused team. Problem ownership and accountability. Excellent knowledge of systems and technologies used by USS. At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development. We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits! How we will reward you Generous annual leave package Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay) Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent Employee Volunteer Day's to support the communities where you work and live Cycle to Work Scheme Our culture and values Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them 'front and centre' of what we do. This is embedded through our values: Integrity About us Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit USSIM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting .

Place of Work: London based (with occasional travel to USS's Liverpool office and other locations in the UK) We invite applications for the role of Non-Executive Director to join the Board of Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited (USSL) and its subsidiary USS Investment Management Limited (USSIM). About USS Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) is the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for c.557,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £76.8bn (at 31 March 2025). Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited (USSL) is the trustee that runs and manages USS in line with the trust deed and rules and legal duties.USS Investment Management Limited (USSIM) is its wholly owned subsidiary and is the scheme's principal investment manager and advisor.USSIM is authorised and regulated by the FCA. USSL is led by a Board of directors comprised of 3 directors appointed by the University and College Union (UCU), 4 directors appointed by The Universities & Colleges Employers Association (UCEA), and 5 independent directors. USSIM's board of directors is comprised of 5 non-executive directors and 2 executive directors. Both boards have significant responsibilities for the governance and oversight of a business providing complex operational and advisory functions at scale and within a heavily regulated environment and Board members need experience, proportionate and relevant to these functions. Therefore, Board members will require skills such as strategic thinking, leadership, communication, influencing, teamwork and decision-making skills (please see the role profile for full information on the skills required). USS is an equal opportunity organisation. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, non-executive directors and contractors and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. About the role - USSL and USSIM Non-Executive Director Applications are invited for this role as one of the five independent directors appointed to the Board who will also be appointed to the board of USSIM.The role will have a focus on investment management (in a pensions context). Full information on the requirements for the role are set out in the role profile, available on request. The requirements include experience in the following areas: Investment Senior management experience in a financial services and FCA regulated context HR & remuneration Corporate governance expertise/board management knowledge Time commitment for the role: At least 60 days per annum. Duration of the role: A four-year term of office, with the possibility of the term being extended by one year (i.e. max. five-year term). At the end of the term of office there may be an opportunity to apply for reappointment (directors have a maximum tenure of nine years, formed of two or more terms of office). For more information please contact Jane Paton at Interested candidates should SUBMIT A LETTER OF APPLICATION - ACCOMPANIED BY THEIR CV - and send these details by email to The closing date for applications is 31 August 2025 .

Finance Business Partner - Investment Segment Business Area: Finance Place of Work: London Contract Type: Permanent When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model. About the role In your role as Finance Business Partner - Investment Segment, you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity to identify areas within and in relation to the Investment Segment, with responsibilities for aspects of financial business support and planning, including month-end processes and various papers and presentations to committees and boards. Together with the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will proactively support driving change and provide financial support to enable the Investment Segment to deliver its strategic objectives whilst managing approved budgets. Build and maintain strong relationships between the Investment Segment and Finance to ensure robust financial management and accurate, timely forecasting. What you will be doing As a trusted part of the Finance team, you will: Implement and monitor strategic plans, including cost-saving initiatives, ensuring budget holders are accountable Provide insights into Investment Segment financials for MI, Exco, and Board presentations Enhance forecasting and variance analysis to offer better insight into spending drivers Review and challenge business cases, assessing financial impacts and broader implications Identify and drive change initiatives, focusing on sustainable cost savings and Value for Money Model financial impacts of business changes, including new products, resource planning, and reorganisations Manage and report on monthly and quarterly performance for the Investment Segment, identifying key trends and insights Meet regularly with stakeholders to deliver both high-level and detailed financial insights Ensure accurate headcount reporting and committed expenditure analysis, addressing key budget variances Collaborate on external information requirements, such as benchmarking and cost transparency initiatives Oversee month-end processes, ensuring appropriate controls and understanding within the Investment Segment Document processes and controls to maintain business continuity within Finance About you We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile. To be successful in the role, you will have: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Business partnering experience Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Strong analytical and presentation skills (Intermediate/Advanced PowerPoint) Advanced Excel and modelling skills working with potentially large data sets including sensitive information Experience in month-end processes, including accruals/prepayments Experience managing planning processes and providing support into presentations, analysis, and papers to a wide variety of stakeholders including executive committees/boards Knowledge/experience of financial products/concepts that the Investment Segment uses or invests in (desirable) At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development. We focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture, and excellent range of benefits! How we will reward you Generous annual leave package Access to a high-quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family-friendly pay) Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge, and talent Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live Cycle to Work Scheme Our culture and values Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them 'front and centre' of what we do. This is embedded through our values: Integrity About us Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit . USSL is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey, please let us know by contacting .

Business Area: Fixed Income, Treasury and Trading Place of Work: London Contract Type: Permanent When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. About the role In your role as Multi-Asset Execution Trader you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity to support multi-asset execution activities for the Scheme and Portfolio Management teams. The individual will work as part of a team of four supporting the execution activities across all products for the Scheme. Products include fixed income, fx, equities, listed and OTC derivatives. As part of the team the individual will be expected to help drive process improvement as well as identify new and alternative technology to support the execution process. What you will do Primarily focus on execution related activities alongside the other execution team members and the broader investment team members with a focus towards fx and fixed income products Take all sufficient steps to ensure best execution and effective implementation strategies Manage flow of PM orders fairly Provide advice to PMs on efficient and effective implementation of execution strategies, providing colour on market conditions (liquidity, expected impact costs), calendar events and anything else relevant to implementation Cultivate relationships with counterparties and stakeholders Drive automation, streamlining and harmonisation of execution workflow processes across desks and functions Identify areas of improvement (e.g. new execution venues, outsourcing opportunities, leveraging technology solutions) About you We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile. To be successful in the role you will have: Experience of buy-side execution, preferably in fixed income or fx An understanding and knowledge of various asset classes and markets (equity, debt, futures, OTC derivatives, Forward FX, developed and emerging market) Strong analytical and organisational skills and rigorous attention to detail Ability to build and maintain relationships within team, across stakeholders and with counterparties Good knowledge of the regulatory environment At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development. We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits! How we will reward you Generous annual leave package Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay) Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live Cycle to Work Scheme Our culture and values Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them 'front and centre' of what we do. This is embedded through our values: Integrity About us Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit . USSIM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent. We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting .