Project and Policy Management Officer (9523)

Norfolk, United Kingdom (Hybrid)

Project and Policy Management Officer 9523 Permanent Contract 37 hours per week £43,822 to £48,227 per annum (Scale K) Norwich / Hybrid

We are seeking someone with proven experience in Local Government Pensions, Compliance or Communications to join the award-winning governance and compliance team at the Norfolk Pension Fund.

You will lead, develop and manage a range of projects, working with colleagues across the Norfolk Pension Fund to support the Fund's delivery of its mission and strategic objectives. In this wide-ranging role, you will need strong communication and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. You will be a flexible, friendly, team player who enjoys learning new things and taking pride in what you do.

The Norfolk Pension Fund is responsible for all aspects of managing, administering and delivering the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) in Norfolk. Part of Norfolk County Council, we deliver the LGPS to over 400 participating employers and around 110,000 scheme members and beneficiaries, managing assets of over £6 billion.

The Project and Policy Management Officer is responsible for developing and enhancing the communication and governance standards of the Pension Fund. This role involves the creation and maintenance of policy documents, ensuring compliance with regulations and the Pension Regulator's Code of Practice and providing clear and accessible information to all stakeholders (scheme members, employers, Pension Committee and Board).

We know we're asking for a lot, but in return we have a lot to offer. You will be working as part of a critical team and playing a key role in supporting the valuable work of the Pension Fund.

We are operating a hybrid way of working and support our staff to make use of remote working options combined with regular on-site contact days with other members of the team. Finally, if you are already in (or would consider relocating to) Norfolk, we think our unique blend of beaches, broads, countryside and culture is hard to beat!

If the role sounds like it could be for you then we would love to hear from you. Please contact Eunice Walcott - for further information.

These are some benefits you can enjoy by working for Norfolk County Council:

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service
• Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part time, remote and hybrid working - dependent on your job role and business need.
• An advance of your expenses if you travel for work
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, life assurance, death in service payments and dependants' pensions
• Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes
• Access to our tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel enabling you to lease a brand new, ultra-low emission vehicle (subject to eligibility)
• A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job

We want our people to be inspired and motivated to work well together, make the most of our workspaces, enjoy a healthy work-life balance, and deliver excellent services to Norfolk and its people. Flexibility is built into the way we work, with hybrid working a key feature for many roles. Our technology platform and equipment are first class, enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We ask that you have in place good Broadband connectivity.

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We would like to make you aware that priority consideration for this post may be given to current employees who are at risk due to restructure within the organisation or are in a redeployment position.

Redeployment closing date: 13 January :59

All other applicants closing date: 1 February :59

We have miles of beautiful coastline and our unique Broads, thriving market towns and a city with a proud cultural heritage. Our economy is growing and driven by innovation in a number of sectors, including energy and food. We also have ambitious plans for new housing and a building programme for schools across Norfolk. Our county a great place to live, work and visit, and is an excellent environment for businesses to start, grow and innovate.

We are the main local authority for Norfolk providing services countywide to more than 850,000 Norfolk residents. We take the lead in critical policy areas, working with 84 elected Members responsible for the strategic local government services in the county.

We provide a high quality service through involving people who use our services to shape and comment on them and by promoting efficiency and innovation.

We work in partnership with local businesses, voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as District and Parish Councils to provide the people of Norfolk with excellent services.

• Job Identification 9523
• Job Category Finance
• Posting Date 01/06/2026, 10:33 AM
• Apply Before 02/01/2026, 11:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations The Norfolk Pension Fund, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 2DH, GB (Hybrid)