Head of DC Proposition In-house £250K

Job summary

London hybrid arrangement Total package £250-300k A client of mine are working exclusively with myself in hiring a Head of DC Proposition. This is an opportunity to join a major pensions organisation that manages a sophisticated Industry-Wide Master Trust (IWDC) and significant Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) arrangements. The firm serves over 75,000 members and manages more than £2 billion in assets, often invested alongside a £33bn DB pool. The Role: Lead the end-to-end DC proposition strategy. Act as the "coal-face" expert, bringing fresh ideas to the DC change roadmap Own the DC investment proposition: default design, ESG integration, and member outcome modelling. Provide regulated investment advice to trustees and senior internal stakeholders. Advise on the upcoming Value for Money (VFM) Framework. Oversee DC administration relationships, ensuring effective SLAs and operational governance Manage regulatory reporting requirements, including the Chair’s Statement and Master Trust Business Plan. The Individual: Likely at a Pensions Consultancy in a Senior DC role,  currently  at the "coal-face" of the DC market A real DC SME, extensive all-round DC knowledge and experience: proposition strategy, DC investment advice (regulated), DC governance and VFM framework, Mastertrust regulations FCA Authorised: Must hold or be eligible for FCA authorisation to give regulated investment advice. Strong understanding of upcoming changes in VFM, framework and other challenges/changes to be anticipated across the DC landscape This is a rare opportunity to move in-house, and a strong time to make a move within DC Pensions. Get in touch or apply to this ad for more details, deadline 20/02/2026: M: E: Sponsorship not offered Principal Consultant | Leading Life & Pensions Actuarial Recruitment Seniority LevelDirector Industry Investment Advice Pension Funds Insurance and Employee Benefit Funds Employment TypeFull-time Job Functions Consulting Analyst Business Development Skills Proposition Defined Contribution Pension Funds Corporate Governance Value for Money Investment Strategies Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Investment Advisory Services Client R