Closing date: 20 November 2026
Term: Three years
Paid role
Commitment: Approximately 20 days a year
Location: Hybrid and in person meetings in Bath
Avon Pension Fund is seeking to appoint an Independent Person to support governance of the Fund, which is administered by Bath & North East Somerset Council.
With assets of approximately £6.5 billion, over 500 participating employers and c. 140,000 members, the LGPS Fund plays a vital role in providing public sector pensions across the wider Bristol and Bath region.
Role overview
The Independent Person will bring independent perspective, professional expertise, and constructive challenge to support the Fund's governance, investments & funding, and administration.
Working closely with the LGPS Senior Officer, members of the Pension Committee, and Chair of the Board, the successful candidate will support informed decision-making, scrutinise complex advice, and contribute to the continued development of the Fund's governance. They will participate as a non-voting member of the Pension Committee and chair the Investments Working Group which provides advice and makes recommendations on investment strategy, asset allocation, responsible investment, and pool oversight.
We are seeking applicants with significant pensions experience, either within the LGPS or from other pension domains. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, independent judgement, the ability to simplify complex information, with experience of operating at Board / Committee level, e.g. as a trustee, senior advisor, or executive lead.
The appointment is for a 3-year term commencing 1 January 2027. Expected time commitment is approximately 20 days per year, including in-person attendance at Committee meetings and the Investment Working Group. We expect the role to command a fee in the region of £30,000 per year.
How to apply
View and download the Independent Person role profile description (PDF, 173KB).
To apply, please email a CV and covering letter to APF_Governance@bathnes.gov.uk by 20 November. Please include the names and contact details of two referees.
If you have any questions, contact Nick Dixon, Head of Pensions and senior officer at Avon Pension Fund nick_dixon@bathnes.gov.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you.