We’re recruiting a Senior People Manager – Pensions to take the lead on the day-to-day management of Morrisons’ pension arrangements. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, people-first business and take ownership of one of the largest private pension schemes in the UK.

At Morrisons, we’re a food maker and shopkeeper, proudly serving millions of customers every week. With a vertically integrated supply chain and a diverse workforce across our stores, depots, manufacturing sites and Head Office, we move at pace and so does our People team. This is a role where you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and external advisers, while managing complex pension schemes that impact over 140,000 members.

What you’ll be doing

Taking on full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Morrisons pension schemes

This includes our open £750m Aviva scheme (c. 140,000 members)

Overseeing additional schemes, including Gibraltar and Channel Islands arrangements

Working on the end game solutions for our closed defined benefit schemes with £3.5 billion of assets and c. 80,000 members

Working closely with our Finance team on all aspects of pensions accounting

Leading member communications, ensuring colleagues understand their benefits and feel supported

Managing the Group Life Assurance scheme

Supporting the business through change activity (e.g. acquisitions/disposals) with expert pensions input

Managing relationships with trustees, advisers, actuaries and administrators

Leading a small internal team, coaching and supporting their development

Ensuring full compliance with pensions legislation and governance requirements

What we’re looking for

Strong, in-depth knowledge of UK pension schemes and regulatory frameworks

A relevant pensions qualification, such as APMI or equivalent

At least 5–10 years’ experience in pensions management, consultancy or scheme governance

Proven experience managing external advisers and/or complex stakeholder groups

Excellent communication skills, particularly in simplifying pensions for members and senior colleagues

A hands-on, organised and proactive approach – comfortable working at pace and balancing multiple priorities

A collaborative mindset, with a passion for delivering for both the business and its people

About us

In return for all your hard work, you will receive:

15% discount in store from the day you join us

Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member

Annual bonus scheme

Career progression and development opportunities

Generous holiday entitlement

Market leading pension scheme and life assurance

Healthcare benefits including Aviva Digital GP

‘MyPerks’ giving you discount with over 850 retailers

Free parking onsite

Enhanced Family, Maternity and Paternity Leave

Private Healthcare

Car Allowance / Company Car

Alive with activity, our modern Head Office is home to our corporate teams that make sure everything runs smoothly. Here, you’ll find comfy breakout areas, a coffee shop, Morrisons Daily and a subsidised restaurant. We are within commuting distance of Leeds, Manchester and the Yorkshire Dales - and we even have free parking!

At our Head Office you will expect to find supplier showcases, charity fundraising and celebrations all year round for the events that mean the most to our colleagues.

There’s more to our business as it’s fast paced and ever changing, as such we’ve got lots of fresh opportunities for you to play your part in our success. We’d love to meet you!

At Morrisons, we’re proud to be building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We want every colleague to feel respected, supported and able to be themselves at work. Different voices, experiences and ways of thinking help us grow and improve and that’s good for our customers too.

We’re always looking for people from all walks of life to join us and bring their talents to our team. Together, we can build a workplace where everyone has the chance to thrive, make a difference and belong.