Chief Operating Officer (SMF24)

Chief Operations Officer (SMF24)

A pivotal role leading the operational strategy and delivery model for the next phase of Northern LGPS’s development.

About Northern LGPS

Northern LGPS is a c£70bn pooled investment partnership for the Local Government Pension Scheme, bringing together the investments of Greater Manchester Pension Fund, Merseyside Pension Fund and West Yorkshire Pension Fund.

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

Building on the foundations of its collaboration over several years, Northern LGPS is now entering the next phase of its development. This phase focuses on establishing an FCA authorised investment management company with a dedicated senior leadership team; strengthening governance and creating a clear operating model to support long-term investment outcomes.

For those joining at this stage, the opportunity is exceptional. These roles offer the chance to shape strategy, set standards and build leadership capability for the long term, working closely with the partner funds, who are both shareholders and clients, Boards and regulators to ensure Northern LGPS continues to evolve as a well-governed, resilient investment organisation.

The Role

• Design and implement the operational strategy for Northern LGPS

• Oversee all operational functions including investment operations and outsourced services

• Drive process optimisation, standardisation and efficiency across the organisation

• Oversee technology strategy and systems, ensuring alignment with business objectives

• Ensure robust operational controls and regulatory compliance

• Align operational delivery with business strategy and growth objectives

• Oversee resource allocation and operational budgeting

• Work closely with the Executive team to build a scalable operating model

• Build and lead a high-performing operations function

About You

• Senior operations leader xwzovoh with experience in complex or regulated environments

• Strong background in investment operations and outsourced service oversight

• Experience driving operational transformation and process improvement

• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and operational governance

• Ability to build and scale operational models in new organisations

• Collaborative and strategic leader with strong execution focus

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application via LinkedIn.

If you would like an initial, confidential discussion about the role or the wider Northern LGPS project, please contact Philipp Haas at